Hallmark named greeting card brand of the year in 2018 Harris Poll study
Hallmark Cards has once again named Greeting Card Brand of the Year in Harris Poll’s 30th annual EquiTrend Study for the eighth year in a row.
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Maximizing real estate essential to overarching strategy
Real estate has always been critical to the strategies of chain drug stores, but given the dynamics in the sector today, one could make a strong argument for the necessity of maximizing real estate down to the last square foot.
Severe flu season results in out-of-stocks at retail
This year’s flu season has been particularly severe, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reporting the highest rate of flu-like illnesses since 2009. It also reported the highest flu-hospitalization rate since 2010, when it started keeping records.
Coppertone launches new skin cancer program
Coppertone is launching its Protect What Matters Most campaign in partnership with 4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, to educate kids on the importance of protecting their skin every day — rain or shine For decades, Coppertone has made it their number one priority to ensure pe
Energizer unveils Energizer Bunny stickers for iMessage
The Energizer Bunny, the pop culture icon known for his unstoppable power and knack for showing up in unexpected ways, will soon illustrate the current #mood of millions of smartphone users as he makes his way into their text conversations. Energizer Holdings, Inc.
Amneal and Impax create diversified pharmaceutical company
Amneal Pharmaceuticals LLC and Impax Laboratories, Inc. announced that they have completed their business combination to form Amneal Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Praxbind, specific reversal agent for Pradaxa, available nationwide
Boehringer Ingelheim announced that Praxbind (idarucizumab), a specific reversal agent for Pradaxa (dabigatran etexilate mesylate), is now stocked in 3,200 hospitals in all 50 states.
Henkel partners with National Breast Cancer Foundation
STAMFORD, Conn. – As part of its global Schwarzkopf Million Chances initiative, Henkel has announced the alliance between the company’s Schwarzkopf brand, and National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Promo stratgegy can make, break an intro
For new products, clinching sales hinges on consumer awareness of the brand and its benefits. With so many marketing channels as possible avenues of promotion, brand marketers must optimize budget dollars to reach their target market by choosing the right message for each one they utilize.
Fred’s pursuing sale of specialty pharmacy business
During its earnings call Friday, Fred’s Inc. announced it is evaluating options for its retail pharmacy portfolio and “actively pursuing a sale” of its specialty pharmacy business, as it reported financial results for the 2017 fourth quarter and fiscal year ended February 3.
A bold new approach to mergers and acquisitions
measured in terms of number of deals, size of deals, or both — it may be best remembered as the year that a bold new approach to M&As that we call “neumarkets” revolutionized retailing and a
Beauty, personal care trends reflect broader challenges
More than any other consumer industry, beauty and personal care are driven by trends. New trending ingredients, formulations, colors and brands come around every season. Walk into your average drug store and you’ll see this reflected on shelves. In fact, here in the U.S.
Camber launches generic Opana
PISCATAWAY, N.J. – Camber Pharmaceuticals is pleased to announce the addition of oxymorphone tablets to our growing portfolio of products. Oxymorphone tablets are the generic version of Opana from Endo Pharmaceuticals and is used to treat moderate to severe pain.
Lines between food, health care sectors blurring
We in the food industry are well aware of the consumer turn toward healthier choices in dining.
Culturelle’s new probiotic supports vaginal, digestive and overall health
Culturelle has developed new Digestive Health Women’s Healthy Balance so women can find balance in their daily lives. A woman’s microbiome does not only impact her digestive health — it can impact her vaginal health.
Fruth Pharmacy teams with LeSage Water
POINT PLEASANT, W. Va. – “It’s about the mission,” began Matt Muller, sales and distribution manager for LeSage Natural Water, “LeSage Water is about creating job opportunities for disabled people. Our people love to come to work, they always arrive early, and they love what they do.