November 6, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
a clinical intelligence company that identifies therapeutic alternatives for prescriptions, Surescripts has acquired ActiveRADAR
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ARLINGTON, Va. – Surescripts has acquired ActiveRADAR, a clinical intelligence company that identifies therapeutic alternatives for prescriptions. “We are always looking for ways to broaden our impact on patients and the people who care for them,” explained Frank Harvey, Chief Executive Officer of Surescripts. “Our acquisition of ActiveRADAR underscores our commitment to optimizing our network
November 6, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
000 stores, CVS expands availability of O-T-C hearing aids to over 1
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WOONSOCKET, R. I. — CVS Pharmacy just expanded their availability of three over-the-counter (O-T-C) hearing aids to over 1,000 locations across 39 states, with five also available for purchase on CVS.com. With more than 1.5 billion people affected by hearing loss, this serves as the latest example of how CVS is making health care easier and
November 6, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
according to a recent holiday purchase intentions consumer survey from Circana, The number of consumers planning to do at least some of their holiday shopping online rose to 82% this year
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CHICAGO – The number of consumers planning to do at least some of their holiday shopping online rose to 82% this year, according to a recent holiday purchase intentions consumer survey from Circana, formerly IRI and The NPD Group. While this is still below the 85% who planned on making holiday purchases online in 2021,
November 6, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
Beauty Roundtable: Innovation is essential, but it’s getting more elusive
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DEERFIELD, Ill. — Innovation is the lifeline of mass market beauty. There are significant changes in how innovation is generated, researched and applied, according to participants in a Chain Drug Review roundtable. Walgreens beauty and personal care executives joined several beauty brands for an in-depth discussion probing how to keep up with the ever-changing world
November 6, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
Catalina names Kevin Hunter president and CEO
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Kevin Hunter has been named president & CEO at data-driven, omni-channel media provider Catalina, effective immediately. Hunter will also serve on Catalina’s board of directors. A six-year veteran of the company, Hunter had been serving in this role on an interim basis for the past three months. Previously, he was Chief
November 3, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
NCPA: SFC PBM reform package looking promising
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ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The Senate Finance Committee has released a new package of legislation that includes additional policies to reform pharmacy benefit managers, a longstanding priority of the National Community Pharmacists Association. The committee, which is led by Chairman Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) and Ranking Member Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), plans to vote Nov. 8 on the
November 2, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
NRF predicts record holiday spending
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WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation today forecast that holiday spending is expected to reach record levels during November and December and will grow between 3% and 4% over 2022 to between $957.3 billion and $966.6 billion. “It is not surprising to see holiday sales growth returning to pre-pandemic levels,” Matthew Shay, the federation’s president
November 2, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
Sanofi announces winners of its 2023 Health Equity Accelerator Awards
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CAMBRIDGE, Mass. — Sanofi has announced the winners of its 2023 Health Equity Accelerator Awards, honoring 10 nonprofit organizations that exemplify the company’s ambition to provide equitable access to healthcare using innovative solutions for hard-to-solve health disparities. The winning advocacy organizations, announced at Sanofi’s Trust, Inclusion, and Equity Summit, serve a diverse range of communities, geographies and
November 2, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
Rite Aid to honor military service members with veteran appreciation discount
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PHILADELPHIA — Rite Aid is proud to recognize the service and sacrifice of all veterans and active military personnel this Veterans’ Day by offering a “Veteran Appreciation Days” promotion. From Nov. 10-12, customers with a valid military ID or proof of service are eligible for 15% off regular-priced items* at any Rite Aid store location.
November 2, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
000 and a Wahl Clipper., and 5 people who voted for him were randomly selected to each win $1, and public votes determined who dominated their first at-home haircut. The final score: DJ Uiagalelei won bragging rights, but their friendly competition also extends to haircuts. They recently went head-to-head in the Wahl #CollegeTry Haircut Challenge to see who has the best grooming game, may be rivals on the field, quarterback DJ Uiagalelei and wide receiver Mycah Pittman, Star football players
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STERLING, Ill. – Star football players, quarterback DJ Uiagalelei and wide receiver Mycah Pittman, may be rivals on the field, but their friendly competition also extends to haircuts. They recently went head-to-head in the Wahl #CollegeTry Haircut Challenge to see who has the best grooming game, and public votes determined who dominated their first at-home haircut. The final score: DJ
November 2, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
as well as their family members., To celebrate the service and commitment of the nation’s military and honor those who serve the country, Walgreens is offering a four-day in-store discount to all veterans and active duty military personnel
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DEERFIELD, Ill. — To celebrate the service and commitment of the nation’s military and honor those who serve the country, Walgreens is offering a four-day in-store discount to all veterans and active duty military personnel, as well as their family members. On Friday, Nov. 10 through Monday, Nov. 13, veterans, military and their families will
November 1, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
Walmart Health expands access to affordable care in Florida
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BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart Health is entering into a relationship with Ambetter from Sunshine Health, which provides insurance to individuals through the Florida health insurance marketplace, and with Orlando Health, a private, not-for-profit network of community and specialty hospitals across Florida, through Care Coordination Agreements. The agreements will provide Floridians with increased access to affordable health care options throughout the
November 1, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
WBA names Neal Sample executive vice president and chief information officer
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DEERFIELD, Ill. – Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) today named Neal Sample as its new executive vice president and chief information officer (CIO), effective immediately. Sample will report to Tim Wentworth, chief executive officer of WBA, as a member of the executive committee and serve on the IT governance committee. He has been working alongside WBA
November 1, 2023 by Chain Drug Review
Hy-Vee’s Annual Veterans Day Breakfast to be held on Friday, Nov. 10
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WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — Hy-Vee, Inc. announces today the start of a monthlong campaign to honor our nation’s military heroes in its communities. Every November, Hy-Vee salutes our nation’s veterans and active-duty military through the Hy-Vee Homefront initiative, which includes fundraising and a free Veterans Day breakfast. Veterans Day Dine-In Breakfast – Nov. 10