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October 7, 2010
MagicBulb is coming to the United States

A lightbulb that stays illuminated for three hours without electricity has arrived in the United...

DALLAS A lightbulb that stays illuminated for three hours without electricity has arrived in the United States.

 

MagicBulb, developed in Norway by LED Electronics, is boasted as being the world's first and only rechargeable light bulb.

 

 

October 4, 2010
Huggies covers 'every little bottom' with diaper drive

Kimberly-Clark's Huggies brand has kicked off a diaper drive with the help of "Grey's Anatomy"...

DALLAS Kimberly-Clark's Huggies brand has kicked off a diaper drive with the help of "Grey's Anatomy" star Ellen Pompeo.

The diaper drive, Every Little Bottom, will include a series of local drives, events, a donation from the brand and other activities to generate up to 20 million diapers for babies in need. Pompeo, who recently gave birth to her daughter, serves as an ambassador for the cause.

October 4, 2010
PSE sales tracking system nabs meth ring

Arkansas state police apprehended and arrested a methamphetamine ring, which had been attempting to acquire...

October 3, 2010
Market Street pharmacies roll out $4 Rx, OTC medications program

A local supermarket chain is offering $4 prescription and over-the-counter medications at its pharmacies....

September 16, 2010
Study: Blood markers may help determine Type 2 diabetes risk

A new study published in Circulation Research, a journal of the American Heart Association, found...

DALLAS A new study published in Circulation Research, a journal of the American Heart Association, found that blood levels of some ribonucleic acids — known as microRNAs — vary among those with Type 2 diabetes or those who develop the disease, compared with healthy people.

 

MicroRNA comprises shorter molecular chains than so-called messenger RNA, which takes the genetic information contained within the DNA and allows it to be turned into proteins with various functions, and previously has been linked to numerous diseases, including diabetes.

September 15, 2010
AAFES kicks off annual 'Still Serving' weekend

As part of its annual “Still Serving” weekend, the Army and Air Force Exchange Service...

September 15, 2010
AAFES tells its story on video

In celebration of this month’s grand opening at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma City,...

September 8, 2010
Simple Solution introduces Eco-Care training pads

A new line of training pads for pets has hit the market....

DALLAS A new line of training pads for pets has hit the market.

Simple Solution's new Eco-Care training pads hold liquid by converting the liquid into gel with polymer technology, keeping moisture and odor in. They are made from 85% of recycled material and are ideal for litter box mats, dog crate liners, muddy paw doormats, cleaning up messy spills, car seat covers, travel and more.

The pads can be purchased at pet retailers nationwide.

September 6, 2010
Scott Naturals wants consumers to get smart with flushing habits

Kimberly-Clark's Scott Naturals brand has introduced the Smart Flush bag, a device that reduces toilet...

DALLAS Kimberly-Clark's Scott Naturals brand has introduced the Smart Flush bag, a device that reduces toilet water use.

August 22, 2010
AAFES announces new initiatives

Army and Air Force Exchange Service on Monday announced a host of new initiatives, including...

August 22, 2010
WHAT’S HOT: Passing the salt

PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay North America has added two new varieties to its lower-sodium snack offerings. Fritos...

DALLAS —PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay North America has added two new varieties to its lower-sodium snack offerings. Fritos Lightly Salted corn chips and Ruffles Lightly Salted potato chips are the newest entries to join Lay’s Lightly Salted potato chips in the brand’s lineup of reduced-sodium snacks. The new products contain 50% less sodium per 1 oz. serving than their original counterparts.

August 19, 2010
Kimberly-Clark receives Walmart supplier award

Walmart recently honored Kimberly-Clark Corp. as “2009 International Supplier of the Year,” the supplier announced...

June 17, 2010
Kimberly-Clark announces executive changes

The company behind Kleenex and Scott has announced executive changes that "will further enhance its...

March 11, 2010
Merix unveils new over-the-counter genital herpes treatment

Merix Pharmaceutical unveiled its new Fast-Results! genital herpes treatment this month while attending the ECRM...

BARRINGTON, Ill. Merix Pharmaceutical unveiled its new Fast-Results! genital herpes treatment this month while attending the ECRM Cough, Cold and Allergy conference in Dallas.

The only OTC treatment for genital herpes, Fast-Results! answers an unmet need of people who suffer painful symptoms associated with genital herpes outbreaks. Designed to be used in conjunction with prescription medication, Fast-Results! also brings needed treatment to consumers who cannot afford prescription medication.

March 8, 2010
Walgreens launches new drive to hire workers with disabilities

Spurred by the success of its efforts to employ disabled workers at its distribution centers,...

February 23, 2010
Save-A-Lot expands to Dallas-Fort Worth area

One of the nation's leading discount grocery retailers is expanding its presence in the Dallas-Fort...

April 30, 2009
N.Y. drug stores, organizations band together to fight off swine flu

The swine flu story first broke Friday, April 24, and quickly grew in prominence on...

NEW YORK The swine flu story first broke Friday, April 24, and quickly grew in prominence on the evening news with each chilling update from the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention. On April 24, it was 20 cases in three states. By Friday, May 1, there were 141 cases across 19 states and counting.

 

March 9, 2008
Kalmanson retirement ends 30-plus year career with Kimberly-Clark

Kimberly-Clark, whose brands include Kotex and Huggies, has announced the retirement Steve Kalmanson, group...

February 19, 2008
Delicious Brands' c.booth skin care to be found exclusively at Rite Aid

Delicious Brands, a maker of body and skin care products, is looking to make a...

January 21, 2008
Poshe no longer contains phthalates, Almell announces

Almell Products has announced that its Poshe Super-Fast Drying TopCoat no longer contains phthalates....

October 23, 2007
Mineralogie adopts eco-friendly practices

Mineral-based cosmetics company Mineralogie is going green with new biodegradable packaging, rotating “work from home”...

October 7, 2007
Joyner agency to represent ScarHeal skin care solutions

The Joyner Sales Agency has announced that it has started working with ScarHeal to represent...

September 12, 2007
Belvada picks Joyner to help sell new mascara pen

The Joyner Sales Agency has signed Belvada Cosmetics of Quebec, Canada, as one of their...