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October 24, 2010

An aspiring musician has little to no hope of being discovered and becoming a star...

October 24, 2010

As this issue went to press, it sure had been a busy week here at Drug Store News. And that means it was a busy week for the industry, too.

As this issue went to press, it sure had been a busy week here at Drug Store News. And that means it was a busy week for the industry, too.

October 24, 2010

An industry titan soon will exit the stage. But those who have known Frank Maione...

October 24, 2010

Identigene, the first company to bring at-home paternity test kits to retail, recently launched another...

Identigene, the first company to bring at-home paternity test kits to retail, recently launched another trailblazing at-home test kit: Identigene’s STD test.

October 24, 2010

Kaz, the maker of Vicks, Honeywell and Braun wellness devices, recently launched a new Facebook...

October 24, 2010

Sales of face and eye makeup have been on the rise in the mass market...

October 24, 2010

Paramount Licensing and Ripple Junction have teamed up on a line of new T-shirts based...

CINCINNATI —Paramount Licensing and Ripple Junction have teamed up on a line of new T-shirts based on the movie “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” The collection includes five T-shirts inspired by the 1986 coming-of-age comedy that has gained cult movie status.

The T-shirt line, which features “Save Ferris” and “Faking Out Parents” sayings, has begun shipping to retailers. Shirts retail from $17 to $20.

October 24, 2010

Americans have embraced Greek yogurt, and more brands of the thick, creamy yogurt are being...

MINNEAPOLIS —Americans have embraced Greek yogurt, and more brands of the thick, creamy yogurt are being included in dairy cases. General Mills’ Yoplait brand is one of the latest—and more affordable—entries.

Yoplait’s Greek version is available in 6-oz. servings in four flavors: plain, honey vanilla, strawberry and blueberry. Each serving of Yoplait Greek contains 12 g of protein and 0 g of fat.

October 21, 2010

Beloved character Wubbzy from the animated preschool show, "Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!," is coming to DVD...

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. Beloved character Wubbzy from the animated preschool show, "Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!," is coming to DVD with an out-of-this-world adventure.

October 21, 2010

The dramatic rise in the prevalence of diabetes over the next several decades is likely...

WHAT IT MEANS AND WHY IT'S IMPORTANT The dramatic rise in the prevalence of diabetes over the next several decades is likely to place huge strains on the U.S. healthcare system, costing the country hundreds of billions of dollars every year. It also means the diabetes market will continue to be a hot bed for innovation for decades to come.

(THE NEWS: Diabetes prevalence among Americans may increase to 33%, CDC study finds. For the full story, click here)

October 21, 2010

Leave it to our creative retail neighbors to the north to find a fun way...

WHAT IT MEANS AND WHY IT’S IMPORTANT Leave it to our creative retail neighbors to the north to find a fun way to merchandise over-the-counter products and wellness.

(THE NEWS: In sweeping overhaul of its retail mission, Rexall unveils ‘Healthy Living’ prototype. For the full story, click here)

October 21, 2010

Tennessee Pride has created a new snack-size breakfast sandwich....

MADISON, Tenn. Tennessee Pride has created a new snack-size breakfast sandwich.

 

The new turkey sausage biscuits offering is part of Tennessee Pride's expansion of its breakfast sandwich business.

 

October 19, 2010

Anchor Bay Entertainment has secured U.S. DVD rights to the popular new preschool entertainment franchise...

NEW YORK Anchor Bay Entertainment has secured U.S. DVD rights to the popular new preschool entertainment franchise Chuggington.

“Let’s Ride The Rails,” the first Chuggington DVD, welcomes preschoolers to the vibrant world of “Chuggington” with six fun-filled episodes that take young viewers on entertaining explorations while gently reinforcing such valuable lessons as humility, trust, respect and teamwork. Chuggington DVD pulls into retail stores nationwide on Feb. 8, 2011, for a suggested retail price of $16.98.

October 19, 2010

Katz Group Canada’s flagship Rexall drug store chain has unveiled a new retail format aimed...

October 18, 2010

It’s a ruling that could bolster the retail pharmacy industry’s long campaign to extend full...

October 18, 2010

Avid "Star Wars" fans and game enthusiasts rejoice: "Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures Galactic Passport"...

SAN DIEGO and SAN FRANCISCO Avid "Star Wars" fans and game enthusiasts rejoice: "Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures Galactic Passport" has hit retail.

The "Star Wars: Clone Wars Adventures Galactic Passport" package includes a 90-day premium Jedi membership, 500 Station Cash, the exclusive Togruta playable character species, a Yoda bobblehead monitor topper, additional digital content and more.

October 14, 2010

Barclays Capital forecast 2010 comparable retail sales to be up 1.5%, excluding Walmart, versus an...

October 14, 2010

Under a settlement reached with the Drug Enforcement Administration and the U.S. Attorneys' Offices for...

October 14, 2010

Giant Eagle on Thursday announced the opening of its first Ohio Market District food store...

October 14, 2010

The Census Bureau on Friday announced that advance estimates of U.S. retail and food services...

October 14, 2010

Community pharmacists are lining up powerful professional allies as they fight for a full seat...

WHAT IT MEANS AND WHY IT’S IMPORTANT Community pharmacists are lining up powerful professional allies as they fight for a full seat at the health provider table and fair payment for the critically needed patient-care services they can provide.

(THE NEWS: JAMA article points to pharmacy's role in MTM, improved patient care system.For the full story, click here)

October 13, 2010

The Natural Dentist on Monday launched two throat spray products — one formulated for kids...

MADISON, N.J. The Natural Dentist on Monday launched two throat spray products — one formulated for kids and one for adults — that will be available at a suggested retail price of $9.99.

 

“When we started our product research, we were disheartened at some of the ingredients traditional throat sprays contain, including up to 50% alcohol despite lingering controversies regarding the use of alcohol in oral care products,” stated Kelly Kaplan, president and COO of Revive Personal Products, parent company of The Natural Dentist.

October 12, 2010

A panel of healthcare thought leaders has concluded that a recent IRS rule change requiring...

October 11, 2010

Baby diapers brand Luvs unveiled its new look, which is slated to make its retail...

CINCINNATI Baby diapers brand Luvs unveiled its new look, which is slated to make its retail debut this fall.

Luvs diapers now will tote new packaging and a Heavy Dooty Protection diaper design.

 

October 10, 2010

The new prescription requirement for over-the-counter medicines under flexible spending accounts, part of the new...

WASHINGTON Drug Store News, for the simple reason that the change actually hurts the people health reform was supposed to help—patients looking to save money on healthcare costs. —The new prescription requirement for over-the-counter medicines under flexible spending accounts, part of the new Affordable Care Act, may amount to bad medicine, many industry pundits have told

And the ramifications of that simple requirement also will be felt across the retail pharmacies that those in search of healthcare savings patronize.