Pharmasave helps customers quit smoking
Pharmasave aims is educating customers on the health risks from smoking and highlighting its pharmacists as a source of support for people looking to quit smoking.
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Effort to build ‘new Rite Aid’ under way
There’s a “new Rite Aid” taking shape that executives say will emerge as a smaller but stronger company. Rite Aid Corp. president and chief operating officer Kermit Crawford said he’s confident the company “will succeed in building the new Rite Aid” following its $4.
Target tallies stronger-than-expected holiday sales
Target Corp. said holiday sales rose more than forecast, with sales at stores open at least a year climbing 3.4% in November and December. Target holiday sales and traffic were higher both in stores and online during the period, the discount store retailer reported Tuesday.
Innovation hires western division sales chief
John Courtney has joined pharmacy automation provider Innovation as director of sales for the western division. Innovation said Tuesday that, in the role, Courtney will lead all sales activity for the western and central United States for hospital outpatient and federal health care.
Nestlé Waters North America names sales ops president
Tom Smith has been appointed president of customer development and sales operations at Nestlé Waters North America (NWNA). NWNA said late Monday that Smith, formerly chief integration officer for Nestlé Business Excellence in North America, will start in the new position on Jan. 15.
Biopharma innovation just part of health care equation
Today we’re seeing significant scientific breakthroughs that are revolutionizing the treatment of challenging conditions like cancers and both rare and chronic diseases.
Hy-Vee pharmacies offer substance abuse resources
Hy-Vee pharmacies in Iowa have partnered with the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) to provide patients and employees with information on getting assistance for opioid abuse and other substance abuse issues.
Benzer Pharmacy rolls out MTM services
Benzer Pharmacy is adding medication therapy management (MTM) to the list of clinical services it provides. The MTM services being offered include pharmacotherapy consultation, progress check-ins, anticoagulation management, health and wellness programs, immunizations and medication therapy reviews.
NACDS helps retail pharmacy plan for unexpected
One of the strengths of the National Association of Chain Drug Stores is our approach to strategic planning.
Kantar Retail becomes part of new Kantar Consulting
Kantar, the data investment management division of advertising and PR giant WPP, has launched of Kantar Consulting, a sales and marketing consultancy designed to “switch on growth” for brand owners and retailers.
Nature’s Truth launches new supplement powders
Nature’s Truth LLC has rolled out a new line of farm-fresh dietary supplement powders. The Piping Rock Health products brand said the five Nature’s Truth powders supply essential nutrients in a easy way that goes beyond the traditional capsule or tablet.
Diplomat CEO Phil Hagerman to retire
Phil Hagerman, co-founder, chairman and chief executive officer of Diplomat Pharmacy Inc., the nation’s largest independent specialty pharmacy, plans to retire.
CVS Health gives update on 2018 outlook
In an update for investors, CVS Health executives expressed confidence in its growth outlook and noted that the recently passed tax overhaul package should boost its cash flow by an estimated $1.2 billion.
Essence Ventures acquires Essence Magazine
Essence Ventures LLC, a new company formed by Richelieu Dennis, founder haircare and skin-care company Sundial Brands, is buying the multi-platform media company Essence Communications Inc. from Time Inc. which includes Essence magazine.
Sales surge in 1Q at Walgreens Boots Alliance
Strong sales gains by the U.S. retail pharmacy division propelled Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) in its fiscal 2018 first quarter, which also saw the company exceed Wall Street’s earnings forecast. WBA said Thursday that, for the quarter ended Nov. 30, sales totaled $30.74 billion, up 7.
H-E-B’s Martin Otto wins leadership award
Even the best-run, most effective organizations can benefit from occasionally reconsidering their work in a new light. The National Association of Chain Drug Stores is a case in point.