Neighbourhood Pharmacies appoints pharmacy, public affairs execs
The Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada has named Sandra Hanna as vice president of pharmacy affairs and Aimee Sulliman as senior vice president of public affairs.
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Fred’s names successor to departing CFO
Joseph Anto has joined Fred’s Inc. as executive vice president and chief financial officer, taking over from Jason Jenne, who is leaving the company. Anto comes to Fred’s from newspaper company MediaNews Group Inc. (DigitalFirst Media), where he was senior vice president of strategy and M&A.
Sam’s Club taps Jackson for health and wellness post
Sam’s Club has promoted Sean Jackson to the post of senior vice president and general merchandise manager of consumables and health and wellness. He succeeds Jill Turner-Mitchael, who retired from that role at the end of January.
As flu spreads, Tamiflu at issue
Without a doubt, pharmacies of all stripes are being challenged in this busy flu season, as the number of cases nationwide continues to escalate.
NACDS among group joining in fight against opioid abuse
Opioid abuse is a serious public health problem that has reached crisis levels across the United States, with more than 90 Americans dying each day from overdose of opioids, and many more becoming addicted.
Maaraba named new senior vice president at eRx Network
eRx Network announced today that Ashton Maaraba has joined the company as senior vice president, product and partnerships effective immediately.
Osteo Bi-Flex plays doubles with Chris Evert
Osteo Bi-Flex has announced a partnership with world renowned, seven-time No. 1 professional tennis player Chris Evert. Together with Osteo Bi-Flex, Evert will help reinforce the brand’s commitment to leading the call for movement.
Genoa rebrands, now called Genoa Healthcare
TUKWILA, Wash.– Genoa, a QoL Healthcare Company, the nation’s leading behavioral health pharmacy and largest outpatient telepsychiatry company, today announced an organizational rebrand as well as a new name, Genoa Healthcare.
Bartell Drugs to spotlight local community vendors
Bartell Drugs is highlighting locally and regionally based companies and their products during its third annual “Loving Local” week from February 4 – February 10.
Amneal intros isotretinoin capsules
Amneal Pharmaceuticals has launched isotretinoin capsules, USP, an AB-rated generic for Accutane used to treat severe recalcitrant nodular acne in 10 mg, 20 mg, 30 mg and 40 mg. The product is available in cartons containing 3 blister packs of 10 capsules each and it began shipping today.
Henkel opens two state-of-the-art R&D facilities
Henkel recently held ribbon cutting ceremonies at two new research and development facilities in Trumbull and Stamford.
Boehringer Ingelheim names Baiker as new U.S. president
RIDGEFIELD, Conn.– Boehringer Ingelheim announced that its U.S. president and chief executive officer Paul Fonteyne will retire and Wolfgang Baiker has been appointed to succeed him, effective March 1. The position will be based at the pharmaceutical company’s U.S. headquarters in Ridgefield.
FDA approves generic equivalent to Viread
The FDA has granted Aurobindo Pharma Limited final approval for its Abbreviated New Drug Application for Tenofovir Disoproxil Fumarate Tablets, an AB-rated generic equivalent to Viread. The generic tablets are indicated for the treatment of HIV-1 infection and chronic hepatitis B.
Innovation founder and chairman dies
The founder and chairman of Innovation, the leading provider of Pharmacy Intelligence and pharmacy automation to the retail, hospital, government, and mail order pharmacy markets, has died.
Revlon CEO Garcia to step down, Paul Meister to take over operations
NEW YORK– Revlon announced that Fabian Garcia, president and chief executive officer of Revlon, has stepped down from his position to pursue other opportunities.
Eosera to expand capabilities, launch full ear care line
Eosera Inc. has announced that the company will expand its manufacturing capabilities and retail distribution, as well as launch a new ear care product line this year.