New south Fla. Target store set for October opening
Alaric DeArmentTarget will open a new store in East Kendall, Fla., one of the 18 it plans to open this year in the United States, the mass merchandise retailer said.read more
View ArticleScimera BioScience launches probiotic to replace 'good bacteria' in the gut
Michael JohnsenScimera BioScience announced the launch of a novel probiotic formulation, Asprega ProPac, to address the gastrointestinal side effects of antibiotic therapy including...
View ArticleCostco offers Aetna insurance to members in Florida
Alaric DeArmentHealth insurer Aetna is offering individual health insurance plans to Costco members in Florida, the insurer said.read more
View ArticleMediterranean diet reduces risk of cardiovascular disease by 30%, study finds
Alaric DeArmentThe alleged health benefits of a Mediterranean diet have been touted for years, but a new study adds weight to the claims.read more
View ArticleCDC: Flu incidence drops to 2.8%
Michael JohnsenThe proportion of outpatient visits for influenza-like illness was 2.8% for the week ended Feb. 16, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Friday, a strong indicator...
View ArticleMylan ships cholesterol drug
Alaric DeArmentMylan has begun shipping a generic drug for cholesterol, the company said Monday.read more
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NCPA survey: Closed-door LTC pharmacies dispense meds at 25% higher cost vs....
Michael JohnsenLong-term care pharmacies incur dispensing costs that are 25% higher than those of traditional retail pharmacies and provide additional services to meet the unique health needs of LTC...
View ArticleReports: Hy-Vee includes beer, wine bar in new Kan. store
Alaric DeArmentHy-Vee's new store in Overland Park, Kan., will include a beer and wine bar, according to published reports.
View ArticleSheba to introduce sustainable fish-based food for cats
Alaric DeArmentMars Petcare will use responsible sourcing of fish for its fish-based Sheba product lines, the company said Monday.read more
View ArticleSunsweet offers new healthier snack options
Jason OwenAmericans love to snack, but they don't always have to settle for treats sacrificing good taste for healthier ingredients. Sunsweet — a leading brand of dried plums, specialty dried fruits...
View ArticleDiplomat software specialist wins MPA award
Alaric DeArmentA clinical technology manager at Diplomat Specialty Pharmacy has received an award from a state pharmacy association.read more
View ArticleWeevil Away releases 100% organic pest repellant
Jason OwenWeevil Away, a 100% organic pest repellant, is a new product that prevents infestations of weevils, roaches and pantry moths that's safe to use around food, the company said.read more
View ArticlePaul McIlhenny, head of Tabasco company, passes away
Jason OwenPaul McIlhenny — chief executive of McIlhenny Co., makers of Tabasco sauce, and great-grandson of Edmund McIlhenny, who invented Tabasco sauce after the Civil War — passed away on Saturday....
View ArticleSummertime in February: Meijer sells Michigan-grown tomatoes in winter
Alaric DeArmentMeijer is sourcing tomatoes from a greenhouse that can grow them year-round, including during the famously frigid winters of the Midwest, the mass merchandise retailer said Monday.read more
View ArticleDiscovery Channel program features reusable menstrual cup
Alaric DeArmentIn View, the Discovery Channel program of which Larry King is host, will include a feature about DivaCup, a reusable menstrual cup.read more
View ArticleFDA approves Amneal opioid-dependence drug
Alaric DeArmentAmneal Pharmaceuticals has received approval from the Food and Drug Administration for a drug to treat opioid dependence.
View ArticleFDA approves Bayer's Stivarga for gastrointestinal stromal tumors
Alaric DeArmentThe Food and Drug Administration has approved a new drug made by Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals for treating tumors of the digestive system, the agency said Monday.read more
View ArticleBartell collects teddy bears for children's campaign
Alaric DeArmentBartell Drugs is collecting donations of teddy bears to give to children in stressful and traumatic situations, the Seattle-based regional retail pharmacy chain said Monday.read more
View ArticleAPhA survey finds growing demand for MTM services
Alaric DeArmentThe American Pharmacists Association has released the latest edition of a publication for pharmacists who provide medication therapy management services, the professional group said.read...
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NACDS hires rock legend Roger Daltrey to perform at TSE
Alaric DeArment"Who are you?" That question probably won't be necessary as the frontman of British Invasion band The Who takes the stage at the National Association of Chain Drug Stores' Total Store...
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