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April 13, 2011
Katz Group names new COO

Retail pharmacy network Katz Group Canada has appointed Frank Scorpiniti as COO.

April 13, 2011
Kellogg's unites FiberPlus with Eggo

Kellogg's has brought together its FiberPlus and Eggo brands.

April 13, 2011
Marsh Supermarkets CEO makes exit

Marsh Supermarkets CEO Frank Lazaran is leaving the company, according to published reports.

April 13, 2011
Maxwell House puts spotlight on community houses

Maxwell House has teamed up with Rebuilding Together and "Modern Family" star Julie Bowen to revitalize communities across the nation.

April 13, 2011
McKesson mobilizes 15,000 employees as part of Operation Gratitude

As part of its 13th annual corporate volunteer program “Community Days,” McKesson on Monday announced its support for Operation Gratitude, whereby 15,000 McKesson employees from more than 150 McKesson sites across the country will come together to assemble more than 28,000 care packages for active duty troops deployed around the world and wounded warriors recuperating stateside.

April 13, 2011
ModiFace teams up with StriVectin

ModiFace, a provider of virtual makeover technologies, has partnered with anti-aging skin care company StriVectin to launch a virtual anti-aging results tool on StriVectin's site at StriVectin.com.

April 13, 2011
NACDS signs on for Partnership for Patients: Better Care, Lower Costs

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores said that it has signed on as a partner for a new public-private partnership, announced by the Department of Health and Human Services and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, that seeks to improve patient health and lower healthcare costs through the use of community-based care transition programs.

April 13, 2011
Navarro gets in on private-label game with Vida Mia line

The push by retailers to offer and promote private-label brands remains strong as Navarro Discount Pharmacies unveiled its own private-label brand of Hispanic products across a range of categories, including beauty, over the counter, food, body and baby.

April 13, 2011
NCPA backs bill to enhance pharmacy competition

The National Community Pharmacists Association on Wednesday announced support for the Quality Health Care Coalition Act of 2011 (H.R. 1409), which was introduced last week by House Judiciary Committee ranking member Rep. John Conyers Jr., D-Mich., and Rep. Ron Paul, R-Texas, in an effort to improve the quality of patient care by leveling the playing field between healthcare professionals and insurance companies in the healthcare industry.

April 13, 2011
New Eco Plant Pals from Dune Craft hit market

A new collection of gardening kits for kids has entered the market.

April 13, 2011
Report: Target puts Canadian sales at $6 billion by 2017

Target expects sales from its upcoming Canadian stores to total more than $6 billion by 2017, Dow Jones reported.

April 13, 2011
Sunbow Sunscreen designed just for kids

Sunbow has announced the launch of a new sunscreen line for children called Sunbow Sunscreen, as well as a new website to offer parents a resource for sun protection.

April 13, 2011
Sunkist gives consumers inside look at citrus fruits

Sunkist will host a three-part Web series that showcases how citrus fruits are grown and how to identify the different varieties.

April 13, 2011
U.S. retail sales experience slight rise in March

U.S. retail sales edged up slightly from last month to $389.3 billion, an increase of 0.4%, the U.S. Census Bureau reported Wednesday.

April 13, 2011
Water Pik introduces flosser for kids

Water Pik, a maker of personal healthcare products, has announced the launch of its new Waterpik water flosser for kids.

April 13, 2011
Wegmans: $937K to Check Out Hunger

Wegmans raised more than $937,000, an 11.4% increase from last year's efforts, as part of its winter Check Out Hunger campaign that ended Feb. 26, the grocer announced Tuesday.

April 13, 2011
Winn-Dixie pumps up Fuelperks! program

Winn-Dixie Stores on Tuesday expanded the discounts earned through its Fuelperks! program beginning April 13 by lifting previous one-item limit restrictions on bonus Fuelperks! rewards items.

April 12, 2011
Allergy season to last longer this year

The 2011 allergy season is expected to be 27 days longer in the northernmost parts of North America, adding almost a month of suffering to the typical pollen allergy season of February through October, a study published Tuesday by the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences determined.

April 12, 2011
American Greetings gives moms a 'standing ovation'

American Greetings is applauding moms for their unconditional love and endless support and advice with a new greeting card line this Mother's Day.

April 12, 2011
Atkins boosts breakfast offerings

Atkins Nutritionals is expanding its Day Break line with six new breakfast-inspired products.

April 12, 2011
Express Scripts: Aligning patient behavior, intentions could save money for healthcare system

The road to waste reduction is paved with good intentions.

April 12, 2011
Former GSK executive named Safeway SVP

Darren Singer, a 25-year GlaxoSmithKline veteran, has been named Safeway's SVP pharmacy, health and wellness, the retailer announced.

April 12, 2011
Hungry Jack's hash browns arrive at grocery stores

Hungry Jack is bringing its home-style hash browns to major grocery chains nationwide.

April 12, 2011
Kroger fuels up gas rewards program for Houston customers

Beginning April 13, Kroger customers in the Greater Houston area will be able to save up to $1 per gallon at 68 Kroger Fuel Centers through the grocer's new fuel accumulation program.

April 12, 2011
Medco: Antidepressant use may boost adherence among hepatitis C patients

Medication adherence among hepatitis C patients may improve when patients take antidepressants, according to a new analysis by pharmacy benefit manager Medco Health Solutions presented Monday at the International Conference on Viral Hepatitis.

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