July 24, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
Al Babbington, Bob Narveson, PrescribeWellness, Thrifty White, Thrifty White's Affiliated Pharmacy Program
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy, Retail News
IRVINE, Calif. — PrescribeWellness announced that the partnership between PrescribeWellness and Thrifty White will now be offered to Thrifty White’s independently owned pharmacy partners through Thrifty White’s Affiliated Pharmacy Program. The partnership will further enable independent pharmacy owners across the United States to provide clinically focused services, enhance the patient experience, improve pharmacy workflow, offer comprehensive
July 24, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
Hy-Vee, Instacart, Matt Ludwig, Nilam Ganenthiran
Business, Leading Headlines, Retail News
SAN FRANCISCO — Instacart announced that it will partner with Hy-Vee, Inc. to expand its delivery footprint and provide new and convenient shopping options to Hy-Vee customers in more than two dozen markets, with more markets launching in the near future. Instacart will complement Hy-Vee Aisles Online – Hy-Vee’s own online shopping experience – to offer
July 17, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
Epicor Eagle N Series retail pharmacy management solution, Epicor Software Corp, SaluMed Pharmacy, Tomas Diaz
Pharmacy, Retail News
AUSTIN, Texas — Epicor Software Corp., a global provider of industry-specific enterprise software to promote business growth, announced today SaluMed Pharmacy is leveraging the Epicor Eagle N Series retail pharmacy management solution to focus on multi-store integration, customer centricity, reducing pricing and inventory errors, and improving business reporting. Founded in 1989, SaluMed Pharmacy operates two locations
June 26, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
Dave Schulte, McKesson Corporation, McKesson Ventures
Business, Retail News
SAN FRANCISCO – McKesson Ventures, the venture capital arm of McKesson Corporation, announced that it has donated $10,000 to Meals on Wheels America on behalf of its former portfolio company Landmark Health, a leading provider of in-home, risk-based medical care. As part of its deep commitment to supporting the growth and mission of its portfolio companies, McKesson
May 16, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
Depend, Depend FIT-FLEX Underwear, Dr. Robi Ludwig, Jennifer Nobui
Supplier News
DALLAS — For the nearly 65 million Americans experiencing bladder leakage, well-fitting undergarments are essential to living a comfortable life while remaining confidently protected from leaks. A new study from Depend brand shows comfort and confidence are essential to living a happy life, with nearly one in four Americans living with bladder leakage withdrawing from the
May 15, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
Bart Prins, Dr. Chris Salierno, flossing toothbrush, Jay McCulloch, Waterpik, Waterpik Sonic-Fusion
Business, Supplier News, Videos
NEW YORK — Waterpik has unveiled the revolutionary Waterpik Sonic-Fusion, the world’s first and only flossing toothbrush at a press event at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum. Designed for self-professed “flossing failures” who value gum health but can’t commit to the extra step, Sonic-Fusion offers an effective, one-step oral care regimen for a
May 11, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
ARMO, Eli Lilly, Levi Garraway, Sue Mahony
Business, Leading Headlines, Supplier News
INDIANAPOLIS and REDWOOD CITY, Calif. — Eli Lilly and Company and ARMO BioSciences, Inc. announced a definitive agreement for Lilly to acquire ARMO for $50 per share, or approximately $1.6 billion, in an all-cash transaction. ARMO BioSciences is a late-stage immuno-oncology company that is developing a pipeline of novel, proprietary product candidates designed to activate
May 10, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
Buoy, CVS Health, Dr. Andrew Le, Dr. Troyen Brennan, MinuteClinic
Leading Headlines, Retail News
BOSTON — Buoy Health, a start up health technology company that develops digital tools, has entered into an agreement with CVS Health’s MinuteClinic subsidiary to provide patients with access to convenient, accessible and affordable care at any of its over 1,100 MinuteClinic locations nationwide. The relationship, which will be available to patients through www.buoyhealth.com later
May 7, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
Diplomat Pharmacy, Jeff Park
Business, Pharmacy, Retail News
FLINT, Mich.— Diplomat Pharmacy announced financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2018. All comparisons, unless otherwise noted, are to the quarter ended March 31, 2017. First Quarter 2018 Highlights include: • Revenue of $1,342 million, compared to $1,079 million, an increase of 24% • Specialty segment revenue of $1,153 million, compared to $1,079
May 7, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
Allergy Season, Financial Education Benefits Center
Business
SAN RAMON, Calif. — It’s heating up across America and that means trees are livening up and releasing pollen. For many, that signals the onset of allergy symptoms. While individuals may experience different degrees of symptoms at different times, they may all be dreading this warmer weather. Financial Education Benefits Center (FEBC), a membership benefits
May 4, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
Fred's, Fred’s Inc., Heath Freeman, Joseph Anto
Business, Featured Articles, Retail News
MEMPHIS — 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. The company’s financial results were originally slated to be released
May 3, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
#ItEndsWithUs, Brandon Larracuente, opioid abuse, Walgreens, WE Day Seattle
Leading Headlines, Retail News
SEATTLE — Walgreens is bringing its national “#ItEndsWithUs” campaign to Seattle to educate local teens on the opioid epidemic. As part of WE Day Seattle at KeyArena, thousands of youth will hear real stories of addiction and how Walgreens is working to combat the nation’s opioid epidemic. The #ItEndsWithUs campaign seeks to provide teens with
May 2, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
Galen Weston, Loblaw Cos., PC Express, Shoppers Drug Mart
Business, Leading Headlines, Retail News
BRAMPTON, Ontario — Loblaw Cos. announced its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 24, 2018. “In the face of external headwinds, we delivered solid results, increased dividends, continued share buybacks, and invested in our digital future,” said Galen Weston, chairman and chief executive officer, Loblaw Companies Limited. “As the retail landscape changes,
April 30, 2018 by Bill Schiffner
iHEAR Medical, John Luna, OTC Hearing Aid Act of 2017, prescription-quality hearing amplifier, TReO
Business, Supplier News, Technology
SAN LEANDRO, Calif. — iHEAR Medical announced plans to launch advanced over-the-counter (OTC) hearing solutions in major drugstore chains and independent pharmacies across the United States this June. The company also announced the appointment of John Luna as its chief executive officer to lead iHEAR’s expansion into mass retail, offering affordable, high quality hearing products
