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September 26, 2010
New campaign from Annie's gets to the 'Root' of nutrition

A maker of all-natural and organic foods has kicked off a new campaign designed to...

NAPA, Calif. A maker of all-natural and organic foods has kicked off a new campaign designed to teach children about vegetables.

Annie's Root 4 Kids campaign seeks to get 1 million children to learn about and plant vegetables now through next year's harvest, the company said. Annie's has partnered with the National Farm to School Network, an organization that connects more than 10,000 schools across America with local farms to provide healthy food in cafeterias, nutrition education in classrooms and hands-on learning through school gardens.

September 22, 2010
Fresh & Easy develops line for kids

Fresh & Easy is promoting its new line of products aimed at childhood nutrition....

SAN DIEGO Fresh & Easy is promoting its new line of products aimed at childhood nutrition.

The line, fresh&easy Goodness, is made using such wholesome, natural foods as whole grains, fruits and vegetables, as well as other foods that are good sources of vitamins and minerals. Fresh&easy Goodness products also contain no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives, no added trans fats and no high-fructose corn syrup.

September 21, 2010
Dietitian joins local ShopRite stores

ShopRite stores in Canton and West Hartford, Conn., are looking to help shoppers make healthier...

September 16, 2010
URI's pharmacy school received $6.3 million in NIH grants in 2009

The University of Rhode Island’s pharmacy school ranks 18th in the nation in grant money...

September 14, 2010
Big Y, pharmacy school open consultation and wellness center

Big Y Foods and Western New England College School of Pharmacy have teamed up to...

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. Big Y Foods and Western New England College School of Pharmacy have teamed up to develop a faculty pharmacist-run, patient-centered consultation and wellness center inside the Big Y World Class Market here.

The facility is the first one to be located in a supermarket. Patients will be able to make an appointment with a pharmacist who will work with the individual and his or her physician to optimize that individual's care. The grand opening event took place on Sept. 10.

September 9, 2010
DSC debunks industry misconceptions at briefing

The Congressional Dietary Supplement Caucus, in cooperation with two trade associations representing the dietary supplement...

August 1, 2010
PacificHealth to develop sports nutrition product with Signal Nutrition's help

PacificHealth Labs plans to introduce innovation within the sports nutrition category, the company announced Friday,...

MATAWAN, N.J. PacificHealth Labs plans to introduce innovation within the sports nutrition category, the company announced Friday, with the signing of Signal Nutrition as a consultant.

 

July 21, 2010
Lipotriad debuts new look

Lipotriad recently announced the introduction of a new look across its line of eye nutrition...

July 20, 2010
Rite Aid chairman to speak at pharmacy school graduation

Campbell University on Tuesday announced Mary Sammons, Rite Aid chairman, will be addressing pharmacy students...

July 19, 2010
Kellogg debuts FiberPlus Antioxidants cereals

Kellogg has introduced new Kellogg's FiberPlus Antioxidants cereals, great-tasting sources of fiber and antioxidant vitamins...

July 12, 2010
Skinny Water now available at Duane Reade

A zero-calorie enhanced water brand is hitting select Duane Reade shelves in the New York...

June 21, 2010
Nature Made promotes healthy minds with new supplement

More than two-thirds of Americans are worried about losing their minds, according to a recent...

NORTHRIDGE, Calif. More than two-thirds of Americans are worried about losing their minds, according to a recent poll released Monday. Or rather, 69% of Americans are concerned about maintaining a healthy, active and sharp mind, the survey -- conducted by Opinion Research Corp. on behalf of Pharmavite -- found. Almost as many respondents (68%) reported having experienced some form of cognitive decline.

June 6, 2010
Indie group offers members ‘jumpstart’

Independent pharmacy owners have long faced a challenge not addressed by their in-depth knowledge of...

June 4, 2010
Pennsylvania boosts pharmacists’ role; NACDS hails bid for collaboration

In a gesture hailed by retail pharmacy advocates, the Keystone State is moving to expand...

May 16, 2010
Q&A: Won’t you be a Good Neighbor

Drug Store News: What are some of the highlights across the front end of the...

May 10, 2010
Nutramax's joint supplements featured in new book

Nutramax Labs last week announced that their premium joint health supplements Cosamin ASU and Cosamin...

May 10, 2010
PetSmart, GNC to make dietary supplements for pets

PetSmart and GNC on Tuesday announced the launch of a unique line of dietary supplements...

May 9, 2010
Idaho steps up pharmacy technician regulations

The sparsely populated Western state of Idaho was one of the last to require certification...

May 4, 2010
Duquesne University’s pharmacy school to open off-campus pharmacy

The first off-campus community pharmacy designed and operated by a university school of pharmacy soon...

May 2, 2010
NACDS names Guckian state affairs chief

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores has named Sandra Kay Guckian, a pharmacy and...

May 2, 2010
NCPA unveils Jumpstart seminar to boost independents’ business skills

Expanding its business education offerings for independent pharmacy owners, the National Community Pharmacists Association will...

April 7, 2010
Alliance Health Networks migrates Diabetic Connect to its new social networking platform

Alliance Health Networks has moved Diabetic Connect onto its new advanced social networking platform where...

SALT LAKE CITY Alliance Health Networks has moved Diabetic Connect onto its new advanced social networking platform where Alliance Health’s newer properties, including Sleep Connect, Health Exchange, Arthritis Connect and several other health-focused social networking sites, now operate.

March 23, 2010
L’Oreal Paris’ Go 360 Clean kicks off college tour

L’Oreal Paris is supporting the launch of its Go 360 Clean deep facial cleansing collection...

March 15, 2010
Pharmacy students at University of Rhode Island to perform community service

The University of Rhode Island’s pharmacy program is requiring students to do community service, according...

March 14, 2010
REPORTERS Notebook

The Council for Responsible Nutrition last month announced the opening of an international headquarters in...