June 29, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Curated Combinations, Nature's Bounty
Leading Headlines, Supplier News
RONKONKOMA, N.Y.— Nature’s Bounty is introducing Curated Combinations, a suite of four personalized nutrition packs that include the vitamins and supplements needed to address specific areas of health and wellness. Consumers can now purchase affordable personalized supplements on-shelf at select CVS, Walgreens and Rite Aid across the country, as well as online at Amazon.com. Each
June 29, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Erick Dickens, Kadenwood
Supplier News
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif. — Kadenwood has raised $50 million of cash and media value in a Series B fundraising round with global purpose-led investment house The Craftory and Arcadian Capital Management, and follow-on investments from existing investors. Already the largest U.S. supplier of vertically-integrated CBD consumer packaged goods, this latest funding round further accelerates the brand’s mission
June 29, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Aetna, Karen Lynch, U.S. News & World Report
Business, Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
WASHINGTON — U.S. News & World Report, in collaboration with the Aetna Foundation, an independent, charitable and philanthropic affiliate of CVS Health, released on Tuesday the fourth annual Healthiest Communities rankings. This year’s rankings are accompanied by tools highlighting county-level COVID-19 vaccine rates and other pandemic data, as well as editorial explorations of equity and mental
June 29, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Dr. Cheryl Pegus, ReliOn NovoLog Insulin (insulin aspart) injection, Walmart’s private ReliOn brand
Featured Articles, Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart is launching the first-ever private brand analog insulin, which the company said Tuesday will revolutionize the affordability of diabetes care by offering customers significant price savings without compromising quality. Available exclusively through Walmart’s private ReliOn brand, the new offering includes analog insulin vials ($72.88) and FlexPen ($85.88). These products will save
June 29, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Dr. Reddy’s, Dr. Reddy’s Icosapent Ethyl Capsules
Pharmacy, Supplier News
PRINCETON, N.J. — Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories recently announced the launch of Icosapent Ethyl Capsules, 1 gram approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Dr. Reddy’s Icosapent Ethyl Capsules, 1 gram is approved for the following indication: as an adjunct to diet to reduce triglyceride (TG) levels in adult patients with severe (≥ 500 mg/dL)
June 28, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
B. Douglas Hoey is the chief executive officer at the National Community Pharmacists Association., National Community Pharmacists Association, National Community Pharmacists Association congratulated newly-appointed Federal Trade Commission chair Lina Khan
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
ALEXANDRIA, Va — The National Community Pharmacists Association congratulated newly-appointed Federal Trade Commission chair Lina Khan, whose public criticism of vertical mergers in technology is music to the ears of independent pharmacists who are being squeezed by a handful of companies. “NCPA applauds your vigorous review of the antitrust implications of the behaviors of large technology
June 28, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
ature’s Bounty Optimal Solutions, Nature's Bounty, Skin & Nails –recently unveiled Advanced Hair, Skin & Nails Jelly Beans, the No. 1 brand for Hair
Supplier News
RONKONKOMA, N.Y.— It’s no surprise beauty starts from within and with 22% percent of consumers taking supplements to support hair, skin and nails nutrient gaps – Nature’s Bounty Optimal Solutions, the No. 1 brand for Hair, Skin & Nails –recently unveiled Advanced Hair, Skin & Nails Jelly Beans. These innovative delicious mixed berry, strawberry and watermelon
June 28, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Nervive, P&G
Supplier News
CINCINNATI—P&G Personal Health Care has announced the roll out of Nervive, a dietary supplement lineup dedicated to holistic nerve care and relief. Nervive launches three supplements to address different nerve care needs: Nervive Nerve Health to fortify foundational nerve health, as well as Nerve Relief and Nerve Relief PM for occasional nerve aches, weakness, and
June 28, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Grand River Medical Group, Hartig Drug Co.
Leading Headlines, Retail News
DUBUQUE, Iowa – Hartig Drug Co. and Grand River Medical Group announced a partnership to open a Hartig Drug pharmacy inside the newly developed Grand River Medical Group-West location on Westmark Drive. This partnership demonstrates Hartig Drug’s commitment to collaborating with other local health care providers, as well as Grand River Medical Group’s mission to
June 28, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Johnson & Johnson, Johnson & Johnson and its U.S.-based Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
NEW YORK – Johnson & Johnson and its U.S.-based Janssen Pharmaceutical Companies announced this weekend a settlement agreement with the State of New York and its participating subdivisions, including Nassau County and Suffolk County, resolving their opioid-related claims against the company. With this agreement, the company is removed from the trial scheduled to begin in
June 25, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Clean Green and Better for You virtual product summit on July 29, ECRM, Erik Keptner, RangeMe, Rite Aid
Leading Headlines, Retail News
SOLON, Ohio — Rite Aid will host its inaugural Clean, Green, and Better for You virtual product summit on July 29 to meet with product suppliers across food and beverage, health and beauty care, and general merchandise categories that support whole health and include clean ingredients. “Providing a compelling selection of products that are aligned to
June 25, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Walmart, Walmart MoneyCard issued by Green Dot Bank
Leading Headlines, Retail News
BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart said Thursday that the Walmart MoneyCard issued by Green Dot Bank now offers its customers more ways to access, manage and move their money. “We are excited to work with Green Dot to provide a more convenient and innovative way for customers to manage their finances with the new Walmart MoneyCard,
June 24, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
NCPA, PBMs
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — On Tuesday, the National Association of Insurance Commissioners’ Health Insurance and Managed Care (B) Committee approved a charge for its Pharmacy Benefit Manager Regulatory Issues (B) Subgroup to develop a white paper addressing PBMs’ role in the prescription drug supply chain and examining state provisions addressing various PBM practices. Additionally, the subgroup
June 24, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Abbott, Harris Poll
Leading Headlines, Supplier News
ABBOTT PARK, Ill. — A new Harris Poll survey finds the majority of adults in the U.S. who exercise intensely understand the importance of maintaining hydration throughout a workout (93%) and that hydration is important for muscle recovery (89%), yet many have misconceptions about the type of hydration that may impact their ability to perform