Circana: April retail sales settle into pattern
In April 2024, U.S. retail sales revenue and unit demand, including both discretionary general merchandise and consumer packaged goods (CPG), declined 1% compared to the same month last year.
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Hershey to unveil new products and capabilities at 2024 NCA Sweets & Snacks Expo
HERSHEY, Pa. – The Hershey Co. will showcase its growing sweet and salty portfolio, along with retail capabilities and merchandising strategies, during the National Confectioners Association’s 2024 Sweets & Snacks Expo from May 14-16 in Indianapolis, Indiana.
CRN Foundation will promote prenatal nutrition at 2024 ACOG Annual Clinical and Scientific Meeting
The CRN Foundation, the educational arm of the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the leading trade association for the dietary supplement and functional food industry, is pleased to announce its participation at the upcoming American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) Annual Cl
Pharmacists can help reverse colon cancer’s trajectory
The rise in colon and rectal cancer cases is alarming, with the American Cancer Society reporting colorectal cancer as the leading cause of cancer deaths in men under 50 and the second-leading cause in women of the same age group.
The lessons of Walmart Health’s closure
The sudden, unexpected demise of Walmart Health marks the end of one phase of the retailer’s drive to enhance access to care, improve patient outcomes and lower costs, and the beginning of a more pharmacy-centric approach to achieving many of the same objectives.
Food is Medicine’s place at pharmacies
“You are what you eat.” We know that diet is a vital contributor to health. And now, new funding pathways from both the public and private sector are fueling even more momentum for Food is Medicine programs.
NACDS hails Kentucky Law holding PBMs accountable
FRANKFORT, KY– The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is applauding the Kentucky government for standing up for Kentuckians in the face of “pharmaceutical benefit manipulation” and for enacting meaningful pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform in the state.
iA opening new Rx fulfillment innovation hub at redesigned national headquarters
BINGHAMPTON, N.Y. – iA hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony this week at their newly renovated iA national headquarters.
Celebrating excellence: FMI announces 2024 store manager awards
The Food Industry Association announces the recipients of the 2024 Store Manager Awards. These outstanding individuals have demonstrated exceptional commitment to driving success within their respective stores, fostering a culture of excellence, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Sonja Pagniano named new executive director of the NCPA Foundation
The NCPA Foundation is pleased to announce that it has named Sonja Pagniano, CFRE, as its new executive director.
CVS survey shows mental health concerns on the rise
A recent CVS Health/Morning Consult survey found that a majority of adults have significant concerns about their mental health and rates across the country continue to rise.
Revelation Pharma announces ConsultRX service
CASTLE ROCK, Colo. – Revelation Pharma announced Thursday the offering of ConsultRX. This powerful nationwide VIP service offered by the company’s network of pharmacies, has the time, expertise and resources that elevates typical pharmacy services through virtual clinical consulting.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows retail sales up in April
WASHINGTON – Retail sales grew modestly in April, up from March, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by Affinity Solutions, released Thursday by the National Retail Federation. A shift in the timing of Easter appeared to be behind a slight year-over-year decline.
Retailers back Marshall call to pass credit card ‘swipe’ fee legislation
WASHINGTON – The Merchants Payments Coalition welcomed Senator Roger Marshall’s call for Congress to pass the Credit Card Competition Act. “Back home, I’ve crisscrossed Kansas, meeting with small business owners across the state,” Marshall said.
NACDS: House Ways & Means action reflects priority status of PBM reform
ARLINGTON, Va. – National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) President and CEO Steven Anderson issued a statement today as the U.S. House of Representatives Ways and Means Committee marked up legislation that includes some aspects of pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) reform.
Eosera continues to innovate ear care category
Eosera is bringing innovation back to ear care. “We’ve got a solution for all your needs from ear pain to excess wax and even itchy ears,” says Elyse Dickerson, cofounder and chief executive officer of the company, a Dallas-Fort Worth-based, female-led biotech company.