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New products exemplify Mars’ consumer obsession

New products exemplify Mars’ consumer obsession

NEWARK, N.J. — Mars has been an innovator and leader within the consumer packaged goods industry for more than 100 years, and as the maker of some of the world’s most loved brands, including M&M’S, Ben’s Original and Pedigree, Mars’ consumer obsession has guided it to success. The company has always evolved to remain culturally

Designer Greetings launches enhanced pop-up cards line

Designer Greetings launches enhanced pop-up cards line

EDISON, N.J. — In business for over 40 years, Designer Greetings strives to find new ways to make the greeting card category relevant and thriving at drug stores and other retail outlets. Chief executive officer Josh Kirschbaum says the company is virtually unrivaled in terms of quality, value and depth, with more than 22,000 everyday

Hallmark meets today’s consumers’ diverse needs

Hallmark meets today’s consumers’ diverse needs

KANSAS CITY — For more than 110 years, Hallmark Cards has been an industry leader in helping consumers live more caring and connected lives filled with meaningful moments. The company believes its products must enrich peoples lives. And innovation is a key element of every product strategy — the company is always iterating insight-led concepts

Biovanta will extend respiratory health portfolio

Biovanta will extend respiratory health portfolio

BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Applied Biological Laboratories, a New York-based biotechnology company, launched Biovanta in 2020. Biovanta is said to be proven superior to other leading products at controlling upper respiratory inflammation. “Biovanta harnesses the power of nature and science to deliver the latest breakthrough in respiratory health,” says Joseph Juliano, vice president of sales and

Bausch + Lomb: Meeting all eye care needs

Bausch + Lomb: Meeting all eye care needs

VAUGHAN, Ontario — Dry eyes, contact lens dryness, self- and pet-care and rising health consciousness among the general population continue to be key drivers of the eye care product market. John Ferris, executive vice president, Consumer, Bausch + Lomb, highlights eye care trends in 2023. Sustainability Many consumers are taking environmental sustainability into consideration when

Acosta and Pensa Systems team to deliver solution for actionable retail shelf intelligence

Acosta and Pensa Systems team to deliver solution for actionable retail shelf intelligence

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.  – Acosta, an Acosta Group agency and a leader in providing commerce-centric solutions for the modern marketplace to brands, retailers and foodservice providers, and Pensa Systems, a leader in digital retail shelf inventory management solutions, have partnered to drive revenue growth for CPG brands and retailers with highly accurate retail shelf visibility, strategic

LexisNexis Reed Tech expands portfolio

LexisNexis Reed Tech expands portfolio

HORSHAM, Pa.— LexisNexis Reed Tech, a leading provider of regulatory submissions, data management and analytics solutions for the life sciences industry, is expanding its services portfolio to offer end-to-end eCTD solutions and services to support manufacturers, distributors and related operations. Reed Tech is currently accepting Electronic Common Technical Document (eCTD) service requests. “Our goal is

CDC: Drug costs lead to millions not taking medications as prescribed

CDC: Drug costs lead to millions not taking medications as prescribed

ATLANTA — Millions of adults in the United States are not taking their medications as prescribed because of costs, according to a new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Most adults between the ages of 18 and 64 took at least one prescription medication in 2021. But more than 8% of them

National Kidney Foundation appoints Walmart CMO Dr. Wigneswaran to board

National Kidney Foundation appoints Walmart CMO Dr. Wigneswaran to board

NEW YORK — The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) announced the appointment of Dr. John Wigneswaran (Dr. Wig), Walmart’s chief medical officer, to NKF’s national board of directors. In his role at Walmart, Dr. Wig leads safety, quality, and training, the Walmart Healthcare Research Institute, clinical program development, innovation, and medical affairs. Dr. Wig was nominated

Miracle Headache Relief’s cool compression targets pain

Miracle Headache Relief’s cool compression targets pain

FAIRFIELD, N.J. — Over the years the headache pain category has seen a wide variety of solutions for consumers. One unique product hitting store shelves this spring is Miracle Headache Relief from Ontel Products Corp. Craig Jordan, senior vice president of sales and customer solutions, says it is “the ultra-soothing, cold gel compression wrap that

New study finds multivitamins improved memory and slowed cognitive aging in older adults

New study finds multivitamins improved memory and slowed cognitive aging in older adults

NEW YORK — A new study published today in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that daily multivitamins, compared to placebo, improved memory among participants. The multivitamin selected for the study was Centrum Silver—a multivitamin specially formulated for older adults. Created for healthy aging in those 50s and beyond, Centrum Silver (Amazon (10.4K ratings & 4.8 stars), CVS Pharmacy) has high-quality ingredients

The 2023 Sweets & Snacks Expo opens for its final year in Chicago

The 2023 Sweets & Snacks Expo opens for its final year in Chicago

CHICAGO—The 2023 Sweets & Snacks Expo opened this morning, kicking off its 26th year as the premier showcase for innovation in the confectionery and snack industries. Over four days, attendees will have the opportunity to discover cutting-edge confectionery and snack innovation, gain actionable insights through education sessions led by the top minds in the industry, and make meaningful industry connections

Mesmerize expands reach in pharmacy and grocery locations with Higi partnership

Mesmerize expands reach in pharmacy and grocery locations with Higi partnership

NEW YORK — Mesmerize has announced a new partnership with Higi, a Modivcare service and consumer health engagement company. The Higi network includes nearly 6,000 FDA cleared, free to use, Smart Health Stations in key pharmacy and grocery retailers nationwide as well as web, mobile, email and text tools that reach consumers along their health

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