STAMFORD, Conn. — Dial continues to evolve and better the lives of consumers through its long-standing history of supporting handwashing education and healthy hygiene habits. Handwashing education efforts have always been encouraged by Dial and this October 15th, on Global Handwashing Day, the brand emphasized its commitment by lending a helping hand to teachers with
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart is bringing back its month-long “Black Friday Deals for Days” sales event this November. And this year Walmart+ members will get early access to the deals. “We continue to build Walmart+ to be the ultimate life hack for our customers,” Walmart U.S. chief customer officer Janey Whiteside said on Monday “That
NEW YORK – Loqate announced Monday the results of a study revealing top consumer shopping concerns, as well as consumers’ high expectations for a flexible omnichannel holiday shopping experience complete with non-traditional buying options such as curbside pickup and pre-booked appointments. Nearly half of Americans are planning a combination of in-store and online shopping this
BOISE, Idaho — Albertsons Cos. said Monday that its identical store sales for the second quarter were up 1.5% year-over-year, and 15.3% on a two-year stacked basis. Digital sales increased 5%, or 248% on a two-year stacked basis. Sales and other revenue totaled $16.5 billion for the 12 weeks ended September 11, up from $15.8
SEATTLE — Amazon said Monday that it was hiring people of all backgrounds and skill levels to fill 150,000 seasonal jobs across the U.S. The company said these are in addition to previously announced plans to hire over 40,000 new corporate and tech jobs and 125,000 full and part-time fulfillment and transportation jobs. “We are
NEW YORK — Jason Sudeikis, award-winning writer, producer, actor and star of Ted Lasso, is joining Abbott and Real Madrid at an event outside the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) today. Earlier in the day, Abbott and Real Madrid announced a partnership that will support the health and nutrition of children globally; provide nutritional science for
DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens launched on Monday the Walgreens Flu Index for the 2021-2022 season to help communities track flu activity in their area and serve as a reminder to get an annual flu shot. Returning for its eighth season, the Walgreens Flu Index shows that to date, overall flu activity is 23% higher nationwide
BOSTON — Healthcare Bluebook and Scripta Insights announced a partnership to offer self-insured employers, health care providers and payers the ultimate member out-of-pocket cost containment solution. Bluebook added Bluebook Rx, powered by Scripta, to its suite of cost containment products this September, giving clients an unprecedented one-stop shop for quality medical and pharmacy savings in
WASHINGTON — A panel of U.S. health advisers endorsed booster doses of Johnson & Johnson’s single-shot COVID-19 vaccine Friday, saying they should be offered at least two months after immunization. J&J has requested the Food and Drug Administration for flexibility with its booster, arguing the extra dose adds important protection as early as two months after
WASHINGTON — For people with chronic conditions, consistent medication use and access to routine health services to manage their condition is essential for maintaining a high quality of life. However, financial barriers created by outdated health insurance benefit designs can interrupt needed care for some patients. High-deductible health plans (HDHPs), for instance, feature lower-than-usual monthly
ORLANDO — Tori Riebel, manager of benefits at AllianceRx Walgreens Prime, received the specialty and home delivery pharmacy’s highest honor, the Pinnacle Award, as part of its third annual Excellence in Values celebration, held this week in Orlando. The Pinnacle Award recognizes a team member who has gone above and beyond in their work and consistently demonstrates the company’s
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — Hy-Vee Medicare Aisle announces the launch of its free digital quoting and enrollment tool in advance of Medicare’s Annual Election Period (AEP), which begins Friday, Oct. 15 and ends Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2021. It is advised that Medicare recipients review their plan each year to ensure they have the best coverage
WASHINGTON — U.S. health advisers announced Thursday that some Americans who received Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine should get a half-dose booster to bolster protection against the virus. The panel of advisers to the Food and Drug Administration voted unanimously to recommend a booster shot for seniors, adults with other health problems, jobs or living situations that
WASHINGTON — The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the leading trade association for the dietary supplement and functional food industry, applauds today’s nomination of Dr. Robert Califf, for Commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The following is a statement from CRN’s president and CEO, Steve Mister: “CRN congratulates Dr. Robert M. Califf
