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June 30, 2011
NACDS conference exhibitors donate 6.5 tons of consumer goods through Conventions C.A.R.E.

As part of this year's National Association of Chain Drug Stores Marketplace Conference in Boston, which came to a close Tuesday, NACDS conference exhibitors and Conventions C.A.R.E. dispersed 6.5 tons of consumer goods to various charitable organizations throughout the Greater Boston community.

June 30, 2011
NACDS seeks to renew focus on value of community pharmacy

Amid ongoing economic challenges and a continued debate about the best uses of healthcare dollars in private and public healthcare plans, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores on Wednesday called for a renewed focus on the value of community pharmacy.

June 30, 2011
Navigating the multichannel universe with WAG

Somehow, someway, Walgreens will be the first to figure out how to beam a prescription right into a patient's medicine cabinet "Star-Trek" style. Because as sure as the chain's e-commerce president Sona Chawla is to Walgreens as Scotty is to the USS Enterprise, Walgreens is moving at light speed in monetizing and capitalizing on multichannel retailing. And the chain hasn't even got its multichannel engines really revved yet.

June 30, 2011
Only time will tell what gas prices will do to retailers

Gas prices are one of the American economy’s biggest Achilles’ heels, thanks to the high percentage of Americans who depend on automobiles for travel. Thus, retailers have good reason to feel uneasy when gas prices start to rise, and it makes sense that those operating gas stations would offer discounts on fuel as a way to entice customers to their stores.

June 30, 2011
Osteo Bi-Flex passes advertising scrutiny

The National Advertising Division of the Council of Better Business Bureaus earlier this month determined that Rexall Sundown has supported claims regarding the company’s Osteo Bi-Flex glucosamine HCL and vitamin D3 dietary supplement.

June 30, 2011
Perrigo's acquisition of Paddock Labs put on hold

Perrigo on Wednesday announced that its closing date to complete the acquisition of Paddock Labs — a generic pharmaceutical and specialty over-the-counter products manufacturer — has been delayed by an extended Federal Trade Commission review.

June 30, 2011
Pharmaca's founder leaves post as chairman

Barry Perzow, chairman and founder of Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy on Thursday announced his retirement from the progressive pharmacy operation.

June 30, 2011
Physicians urge FDA not to approve Truvada

A group of physicians is urging the Food and Drug Administration not to approve a drug made by Gilead Sciences for the prevention of HIV infection.

June 30, 2011
Rite Aid sees sales rise across board for June

Same-store sales at Rite Aid increased by 1.8% in June, the retail pharmacy chain said Thursday.

June 30, 2011
Rubel to remain on Supervalu's board

Supervalu on Thursday announced that Matthew Rubel has unanimously been approved to continue as a member of the company’s board.

June 30, 2011
Sanrio, Vandor enter licensing deal for Hello Kitty products

A new line of Hello Kitty household products are arriving this summer, thanks to a new licensing agreement inked by Sanrio and Vandor.

June 30, 2011
Study highlights foods, beverages that prompt weight gain

A new study that combined three separate cohorts conducted by researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health found that such lifestyle factors as diet may influence long-term weight gain.

June 30, 2011
UCB, Harvard enter research alliance focused on central nervous system, immunology

Drug maker UCB and Harvard University have entered a research alliance that is designed to advance ongoing Harvard research projects along the drug development pathway.

June 30, 2011
Valeant buys rights for Elidel, Xerese

Canadian drug maker Valeant Pharmaceuticals International will acquire rights to topical drugs for eczema and cold sores from Swedish drug maker Meda.

June 29, 2011
Adding dapagliflozin to diabetes regimen may help reduce blood sugar, weight among patients

Adding an investigational drug for Type 2 diabetes to the common generic drug metformin helped control blood sugar in patients who could not control their blood sugar with metformin alone, according to results of a late-stage clinical study.

June 29, 2011
Bic Soleil kicks off Sunny Moments tour

Bic Soleil and the Sunshine Squad are celebrating summer with Philadelphia and Jersey Shore residents through the "Sunny Moments" mobile tour.

June 29, 2011
Buddy Fruits introduces pure fruit bites

A new line of pure fruit snacks has made its debut.

June 29, 2011
Canus Fresh Goat's Milk Skin Care introduces facial wellness line

Canus Fresh Goat's Milk Skin Care has announced the expansion of its new Nature by Canus facial wellness line with the development of a hydrating cleanser and a night renewal facial cream.

June 29, 2011
Consumer Reports: Rx labels miss mark on providing important safety information

Important safety information often is missing from drug labels, while some pharmacies don’t include medication guides required by the federal government, according to a new investigation by Consumer Reports.

June 29, 2011
First-ever Senate Community Pharmacy Caucus established

Sens. Jerry Moran, R-Kan., and Jon Tester, D-Mont., have established the first-ever Senate Community Pharmacy Caucus, an effort endorsed Wednesday by the National Community Pharmacists Association.

June 29, 2011
Inventories swell as Family Dollar boosts beauty

A 25% increase in the health and beauty care product assortments at Family Dollar contributed to overall inventory growth during the company’s third quarter, the retailer announced Wednesday morning with the release of its financial results.

June 29, 2011
It's official: BJ's will be acquired by Leonard Green, CVC

After months of speculation, BJ's Wholesale Club has entered a definitive agreement to be acquired by Leonard Green & Partners and CVC Capital Partners for an all-cash transaction valued at about $2.8 billion.

June 29, 2011
La Roche-Posay launches new acne treatment

In an effort to help those suffering from acne, La Roche-Posay has introduced its new Effaclar K Daily Renovating Anti-Relapse Acne Treatment 1, a daily treatment to address the ongoing, recurring life cycle of acne.

June 29, 2011
Lilly: Axiron improves hypogonadism symptoms among men

A topical drug made by Eli Lilly restored testosterone to normal levels in men with abnormally low testosterone, according to results of a late-stage clinical trial.

June 29, 2011
MedCoach app aids patients with medication management

Tracking medication adherence and connecting to pharmacies when it's time to refill prescriptions are among the capabilities of a new iPhone and iPad application made by GreatCall.

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