GPhA tabs Davis as new CEO
Chester “Chip” Davis has been named president and chief executive officer of the Generic Pharmaceutical Association (GPhA), taking over from Ralph Neas, who is stepping down.
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Qore-24 hits shelves at Walgreens stores
Qore-24, an antimicrobial hand purifier that kills germs for up to 24 hours, has landed retail distribution at Walgreens. Qore Systems, the maker of Qore-24, said Tuesday that the product began rolling out to 3,700 Walgreens stores nationwide earlier this month.
Caltrate adds 3-in-1 Bone & Joint Health supplement to lineup
Pfizer Consumer Healthcare has rolled out Caltrate Bone & Joint Health, described as a triple-action supplement to promote bone health.
Study: Canadians not taking their meds
Many Canadians fail to take their medications as prescribed and, in some instances, are not filling their prescriptions, according to a national survey from the Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPhA).
Benzer Pharmacy readies new store openings
Benzer Pharmacy is extending its reach in Florida with plans to open six new stores across the Tampa Bay area.
NCPA turns spotlight on underpayment for generics
The National Community Pharmacists Association said it has compiled evidence that underscores the need for federal sunshine legislation to provide more insight into below-cost reimbursements from pharmacy benefit managers that don’t keep pace with rising market costs for generic drugs.
Stop & Shop, Acme to buy A&P stores
Stop & Shop Supermarket Co. LLC and Acme Markets have agreed to buy stores from A&P, which earlier today announced it was filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and plans to sell off stores. Stop & Shop, part of Ahold USA, said Monday that it plans to acquire 25 A&P stores in
Yes To tabs Jackel as CEO
Ingrid Jackel is joining natural beauty care manufacturer Yes To Inc. as chief executive officer. Yes To said Monday that Jackel comes to Yes To from Physicians Formula, where she held a variety of positions, including CEO, president and chairwoman.
Bringing ‘likes’ to store shelves
A simple yet innovative media device being tested by Insignia Systems Inc. puts the power of social media on the store shelf and provides a new way to foster consumer engagement.
Cardinal Health set to kick off Retail Business Conference
Cardinal Health Inc. expects to draw more than 8,000 attendees from across the globe at its Retail Business Conference (RBC) annual community pharmacy event, which kicks off this week in Las Vegas.
Publix pharmacies serve up biometric health screenings
Publix Super Markets Inc. has begun offering biometric health screenings at its in-store pharmacies.
Rite Aid launches telehealth kiosks in Ohio
Rite Aid Corp. has officially opened HealthSpot telehealth stations in 25 of its drug stores in Ohio.
With Chapter 11 filing, A&P to sell off stores
A&P has filed for bankruptcy, the second time in five years that the food and drug retailer has sought Chapter 11 protection. The supermarket operator said Monday that it has executed asset purchase agreements for about 120 stores at a price of roughly $600 million.
Galderma set to launch Epiduo Forte Gel
Galderma Laboratories has received Food and Drug Administration approval for antibiotic-free Epiduo Forte Gel (adapalene and benzoyl peroxide 0.3%/2.5%), a once-daily topical acne treatment. Galderma said Thursday Epiduo Forte Gel is the first combination of 0.3%/2.
National Rx program sought in Canada
launched in late June by the Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPhA) — aims to build a national consensus for a pan-Canadian pharmacare framework. CPhA noted that all developed countries with universal health care, except Canada, provide universal coverage for
Cardinal Health to buy OutcomesMTM
Cardinal Health Inc. plans to acquire medication therapy management specialist OutcomesMTM. Financial terms of the transaction weren’t disclosed.