Crest Pro-Health Sensitive Shield makes debut
Crest has expanded its Pro-Health product roster with Pro-Health Sensitive Shield, a new line designed to provide more comprehensive oral care while also protecting against teeth sensitivity.
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Former Schering execs become Bausch+Lomb chairman, CEO
Fred Hassan has been named as chairman and Brent Saunders as chief executive officer at Bausch+Lomb.
Old Spice rolls out Fresh Collection
Procter & Gamble’s Old Spice has introduced the Fresh Collection, a line of antiperspirant/deodorants billed as giving men "the chance to smell like some of the freshest places on earth.
CVS, Maybelline promotion seeks Broadway wannabes
CVS/pharmacy and Maybelline New York have teamed up in a promotion through which consumers can audition to win a walk-on role in the popular Broadway musical "Chicago." Dubbed "Be Sensational and Win," the contest runs March 15 to April 15. Consumers can enter by visiting the web site www.
Endo Pharmaceuticals names new COO
Julie McHugh has been hired as the new chief operating officer at Endo Pharmaceuticals. Plans call for McHugh to begin in the COO post effective March 15, the specialty pharmaceutical company said Friday.
Sanofi-aventis finalizes Chattem acquisition
Sanofi-aventis has completed its acquisition of U.S. drug maker Chattem Inc., which is now a subsidiary of the sanofi-aventis Group. Chattem’s common stock ceased trading on the Nasdaq Global Select Market after the market’s close on March 10, sanofi-aventis said Thursday.
Kimberly-Clark introduces Kleenex Hand Towels
Kimberly-Clark Corp. has launched Kleenex Hand Towels, designed to serve as an alternative to cloth hand towels by providing a clean, dry towel each time people wash their hands in the bathroom.
Helen of Troy to buy Pert Plus, Sure brands
Helen of Troy Ltd. plans to acquire the Pert Plus hair care and Sure antiperspirant and deodorant businesses from Innovative Brands LLC. Terms of the deal weren’t disclosed. Helen of Troy and Phoenix-based Innovative Brands, a portfolio company of investment firm Najafi Cos.
Natrol launches superfruit antioxidant supplements
Natrol Inc. has introduced three new supplements with superfruit antioxidant capacity.
Crest, Oral-B challenge consumers to improve dental health
Procter & Gamble’s Crest and Oral-B brands have launched the "Better Check-Ups Challenge," a campaign to get people nationwide to improve their oral care. The program encourages participants to talk to their dentist and start using the full lineup of Crest Pro-Health products.
J&J exec Selman joins Catalina Marketing
Johnson & Johnson executive Renee Selman is joining Catalina Marketing Corp. as president of its Catalina Health Resource health care division.
DeGolyer to head Sandoz U.S. operations
Sandoz has named Don DeGolyer as president of its U.S. operations and head of commercial operations for North America. The drug maker, a division of pharmaceutical giant Novartis, said Monday that DeGolyer is slated to assume the role fully on April 1 after a transition period.
New home health brand on the way from Atico
A new brand is set to debut in the home health care category from Atico International USA Inc.
Can-Am introduces antiseptic finger bandages
Can-Am Care is launching a line of finger bandages that incorporate a built-in antiseptic proven to kill antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Home Diagnostics taps Parago for rebate program
Home Diagnostics Inc. has enlisted Parago to create, implement and manage a rebate program for its roster of diabetes management products.
Carex launches compact, folding wheelchair
Carex Health Brands has introduced the Carex Wheelchair, a compact, folding wheelchair designed for easy transport and storage.