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The drug channel is undergoing massive transformation as a new age of healthcare consumerism is driving a new retail-ization of healthcare. "The old paradigm of a patient is now a consumer looking for information," said Kantar Retail director Brian Owens, setting the table for two days of intense discussion and in-depth presentations at the group's annual Drug Channel Workshop last week.

 

DUBLIN - Perrigo on Thursday announced that Sharon Kochan, Perrigo EVP and general manager, international, will have expanded responsibilities that will now include providing leadership and strategic direction to the company's Branded Consumer Healthcare segment following the resignation of Marc Coucke, who previously served as EVP and general manager of the BCH segment.

 

BEAVERTON, Ore. - Digimarc on Monday announced that Allerpet, the creator of products to eliminate airborne pet dander and control dust mites, is incorporating Digimarc Barcodes into its product labeling. The addition of Digimarc Barcodes makes smartphone access by consumers to product and company information easier than ever. 

 

DUBLIN - Perrigo on Monday announced the appointment of John Hendrickson as CEO, effective immediately, following the resignation and departure of Joseph Papa.