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March 15, 2013
FDA approves new packet version of AbbVie testosterone gel

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new pocket-sized packet option for a testosterone-replacement therapy made by AbbVie, the drug maker said Friday.

March 13, 2013
Reports: Target making clinic push in Chicago

Target is expanding its retail clinic presence in the Chicago area, according to published reports.

March 12, 2013
CVS Caremark to highlight importance of Rx adherence at 2013 Annual American Society on Aging Conference

CVS Caremark has announced that it will highlight how medication adherence plays a vital role in helping older Americans on their path to better health at the 2013 Annual American Society on Aging Conference, which is being held in Chicago this week.

March 8, 2013
Wrigley plans caffeinated gum launch next month

Wm. Wrigley Jr. Co. is launching a new chewing gum that comes with a kick.

March 7, 2013
Demand for gluten-free food grows, study finds

The percentage of adults in the United States who say they want to reduce or eliminate gluten from their diets reached a new high this January, according to a new study.

March 7, 2013
Morton Salt makes entry into Epsom salt category

Morton Salt on Thursday introduced a new line of Natural Epsom salt products, marking its first foray into the health and beauty category.

March 7, 2013
Walgreens to build nation’s first net-zero energy retail store

Walgreens on Thursday announced plans to build what the company believes will be the nation’s first net-zero energy retail store, which engineers predict will produce energy equal to or greater than it consumes.

March 5, 2013
Chummies reinvents the classic friendship bracelet

Chummies, an innovative friendship bracelet, hit the market on Tuesday. The silicone, latex-free interlocking bracelets are sold in pairs and can be pulled apart to give to various close friends, or "chums."

March 4, 2013
CVS Caremark commits $15M to preventive health screenings in multicultural communities

CVS/pharmacy will sponsor more than 750 Project Health events in more than 10 cities, offering free health screenings to multicultural communities, the retail pharmacy chain said.

March 4, 2013
Sweets & Snacks Expo to feature international attendees

A show devoted to snack food is expected to draw suppliers from 22 countries when it kicks off in May, the show's sponsoring organization said.

February 27, 2013
RightSize Health and Nutrition introduces new smoothies

As part of its 10th anniversary celebration, RightSize Health and Nutrition has introduced three new smoothie formulas, new packaging and a new website loaded with smoothie recipes and weight-loss tips and advice.

February 26, 2013
Reports: Sears Holdings launches Mygofer same-day pick-up pilot in Chicago

Sears Holdings will add some of its own products and allow customers to pick up products ordered from its flagship store in Chicago on the same day, according to published reports.

February 26, 2013
Shutl to bring same-day delivery option in urban markets to brick-and-click retailers in March

Shutl on Tuesday announced the official launch of its North American operation and that service — Shutl enables omnichannel retailers to offer delivery of online orders within a one-hour window of choice — will go live next month in New York, San Francisco and Chicago.

February 25, 2013
Banishing balding

Balding men will give up just about anything to get their hair back, according to a recent survey out of the International Society of Hair Restoration Surgery — including that monster 60-in. LCD HDTV bought for this year's airing of the 49ers versus the Ravens.

February 15, 2013
Retail CFOs to emphasize online, mobile retail in 2013, study finds

Retail executives are moderating their expectations for 2013 following uneven sales in December and January, according to a new survey of CFOs by professional services firm BDO USA.

February 14, 2013
Evander Holyfield to make two appearances as part of Jewel-Osco’s 'A Taste of Black History' program

Evander Holyfield, the only five-time world heavyweight champion, will greet Supervalu's Jewel-Osco customers and boxing fans during appearances at two of the retailer’s Chicago stores.

February 14, 2013
Swisse Wellness places 15 supplements on Walgreens shelves

Swisse Wellness, one of Australia's leading multivitamin brands, announced availability of 15 of its most popular multivitamins and dietary supplements through Walgreens.

February 13, 2013
ShopperTrak eyes improvement in retail foot traffic over coming months

Shopper activity will continue to improve intermittently through the first half of 2013, according to ShopperTrak, the world's largest counter of retail foot traffic.

February 12, 2013
Payroll tax increase hits consumables spending, SymphonyIRI report finds

A mere 2% increase in the payroll tax could represent $800 in reduced spending power per year for a person with a household income of $40,000, according to a new study by SymphonyIRI.

February 8, 2013
Majority of Valentine's Day shoppers wait until last minute to purchase gifts

Most Valentine's Day celebrants plan to shop a week or less before the holiday, and many wait until Feb. 13 or 14 to make their final purchases, according to research by the NPD Group, a leading global information company.

February 6, 2013
Jimmy Dean cooks up new breakfast items

February is National Hot Breakfast Month, and Jimmy Dean is celebrating with several new items across its breakfast lineup, the company announced.

February 6, 2013
SymphonyIRI: Merchandising support down across almost half of all categories, new media to blame

With the path to purchase evolving, merchandising has increased across just more than half of CPG categories and declined in 47% of categories, SymphonyIRI Group reported.

February 6, 2013
Walgreens recognizes six St. Louis teens as part of the company's Expressions Challenge

Walgreens last week awarded six area teens cash prizes of up to $2,000 for their participation in the Walgreens Expressions Challenge, according to a story published in The St. Louis American.

February 5, 2013
JAMA report criticizing calcium supplementation in men raises eyebrows among supplement associations

A JAMA report released suggested a high intake of supplemental calcium is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease death in men was criticized by several dietary supplement agencies for being inconclusive.

February 1, 2013
Network of Executive Women names co-chairs for NEW Executive Leaders Forum 2013

The Network of Executive Women on Friday named Donna Giordano, president of the Ralphs division of Kroger, and Monica Turner, general manager of market strategy and planning for Procter & Gamble, co-chairs of the NEW Executive Leaders Forum 2013.

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