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January 8, 2013
Walgreens opens comprehensive worksite health center at BMW Manufacturing's U.S. campus

Walgreens and BMW Manufacturing on Tuesday celebrated the grand opening of a comprehensive worksite health center on the BMW campus in Spartanburg, S.C.

January 8, 2013
Walgreens promoting exclusive line of 'natural' dietary supplements

Walgreens has begun promotion of its exclusive PureLife Naturals line of health supplements, a line launched in September in its weekly circulars.

January 8, 2013
Whole Foods appoints Jason Buechel as chief information officer, global VP

Natural foods retailer Whole Foods Market has appointed a former Accenture executive as its global VP and chief information officer, the company said.

January 7, 2013
Americans consume more snacks than in past, report finds

Snacks used to be primarily something given to children as a reward, but today, they're a major part of Americans' eating habits, according to a new report.

January 7, 2013
Athenahealth to acquire mobile health app provider

A company that provides cloud-based electronic health record, practice management and care-coordination services is buying a developer of point-of-care mobile health applications for physicians.

January 7, 2013
Biogen Idec hopes treatment will be first advance in hemophilia B treatment in 15 years

Biogen Idec is seeking Food and Drug Administration approval for a hemophilia drug that it called the first of its kind.

January 7, 2013
CDC launches official influenza app for health professionals

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Monday announced the launch of its CDC Influenza application for clinicians and other healthcare professionals on the Apple platform.

January 7, 2013
Cerberus close to acquiring parts of Supervalu

The breakup of Supervalu to private equity firm Cerberus Capital Management could be announced as soon as Thursday when Supervalu shares third-quarter results with analysts, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal published Friday.

January 7, 2013
Chattem acquires Rolaids brand from McNeil

Sanofi announced that its U.S. Consumer Healthcare Division Chattem, completed the acquisition of the worldwide rights to the Rolaids brand from McNeil Consumer Healthcare for an undisclosed amount.

January 7, 2013
Ernst & Young report forecasts more difficult M&A environment for pharma companies

While pressure to grow will drive more large drug makers to pursue mergers and acquisitions, diminished resources and competition from biotech and specialty pharmaceutical companies will challenge their ability to do so, according to a new report.

January 7, 2013
Former Coty CEO Bernd Beetz joins Archetypes' board of directors

Bernd Beetz, former CEO of Coty, has been appointed to the board of directors of Archetypes, a personal lifestyle company that was founded on the philosophy of archetypes.

January 7, 2013
Harvard Men's Health Watch recommends topical analgesics for acute joint pain

Topical pain relievers may be better suited for joint pain, according to a report published in the January 2013 issue of the Harvard Men's Health Watch.

January 7, 2013
Mass. governor proposes new compounding pharmacy legislation

Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick has introduced legislation that would give the state government broader power over compounding pharmacies, the governor's office announced.

January 7, 2013
More adoption of technology could drive retail pharmacy customer loyalty, report finds

More than half of U.S. consumers would not recommend a particular pharmacy to family and friends, according to a new report by a Canadian customer experience management firm.

January 7, 2013
Panasonic adds new headphones to 2013 lineup

Panasonic announced new models to their 2013 lineup at the 2013 International Consumer Electronics Show.

January 7, 2013
Panasonic develops new gel nail polish remover for at-home use

The product is an extension to the line of recently launched compact beauty products, which includes the Precision Body Shaver, Precision Facial Hair Trimmer, Heated Eyelash Curler and Compact Battery-Powered Toothbrush.

January 7, 2013
Prasco launches authorized generic version of Lysteda

Drug maker Prasco Labs has launched an authorized generic version of a drug used to treat heavy menstrual bleeding, the company said.

January 7, 2013
Report: Flu vaccinations to see surge in coming decade

Lingering fears of pandemic flu in the United States and a spike in flu activity will help to keep vaccination levels high, according to a new report.

January 7, 2013
Retail Clinician Education Congress seeks posts for Sixth Annual RCEC

You're invited to submit a post for the Sixth Annual Retail Clinician Education Congress. The Retail Clinician Education Congress will be featuring CE break-out sessions and panel discussions on topics submitted by retail clinicians and organizations.

January 7, 2013
Shopko donates $981,000 to charity

Mass merchandise chain Shopko's philanthropic arm is donating nearly $1 million to charity organizations.

January 7, 2013
Stop & Shop launches free produce sweepstakes

Stop & Shop is offering free produce for a year to winners of a healthy eating contest it is sponsoring, the Ahold banner said.

January 7, 2013
Study: Consumers equate high cost of flu shot to low risk of getting the flu

Consumers measure the risk of contracting the flu to the price of their flu shot, according to research out of Tulane University released Friday.

January 4, 2013
'The Biggest Loser' starts off season 14 with a fitness challenge to all Americans and a revamped web page

NBCUniversal Television Consumer Products, in conjunction with Shine America, on Thursday announced the launch of the newly enhanced Biggestloser.com to serve as a one-stop portal with complete access to NBC’s “The Biggest Loser” online community.

January 4, 2013
Bill would advance telemedicine

New legislation aims to increase access to telemedicine services through government-sponsored health programs.

January 4, 2013
Bloomberg: B&L on sales block for as much as $10 billion

According to a Bloomberg report, Abbott Laboratories, Johnson & Johnson and Sanofi are all potential suitors for Bausch & Lomb's eye care business in a deal that could be valued as high as $10 billion.

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