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February 28, 2011
Food Lion to implement more MVP savings center kiosks

Food Lion announced Friday that it would add more of its MVP savings center kiosks to help customers save on their grocery bills.

February 28, 2011
GSK granted FDA approval for Promacta

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a GlaxoSmithKline drug for a rare blood disorder, GSK said Friday.

February 28, 2011
Intuniv OKed as add-on therapy to treat ADHD

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new use for a Shire drug to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, Shire said Monday.

February 28, 2011
Kraft's preliminary injunction against Starbucks denied by appeals court

A U.S. appellate court denied Kraft Foods' request for a preliminary injunction against Starbucks, upholding a lower court's ruling.

February 28, 2011
Matrix Labs' gabapentin capsules get FDA OK

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a treatment for shingles made by a subsidiary of generic drug maker Mylan.

February 28, 2011
NACDS, NCPA believe Tricare beneficiaries should have right to choose

Two lobbying groups representing the nation's pharmacies are emphasizing how community pharmacies can help lower prescription drug costs, as well as the importance of maintaining the right of military families and veterans to choose where they fill their prescriptions through the Tricare program.

February 28, 2011
Nature-Cide introduces bed bug travel spray

Pacific Shore Holdings is highlighting its new bed bug killer that is available in a travel-sized assortment.

February 28, 2011
New dry shampoo caters to consumers with wavy, curly hair

Freeman Beauty has launched for 2011 its new Pssssst instant dry shampoo for wavy or curly hair.

February 28, 2011
NRF to Federal Reserve: Swipe card fee cap doesn't go far enough

The National Retail Federation last week responded to the Federal Reserve's proposal to cap debit card swipe fees at 12 cents per transaction.

February 28, 2011
Once again, Shire seeks FDA approval for Firazyr

British drug maker Shire again is trying to win approval for a hereditary angioedema drug that the Food and Drug Administration had previously declined to approve.

February 28, 2011
P&G slims down Tide, Gain with compacted powder laundry detergents

Procter & Gamble is letting Target customers know that great things come in small packages as it launches new Tide and Gain compacted powder laundry detergents.

February 28, 2011
Safeway promotes Mir Aamir to customer loyalty, digital technologies president

Safeway has promoted Mir Aamir to lead Safeway’s loyalty programs and oversee digital and mobile efforts related to loyalty.

February 28, 2011
Samuel Adams' Imperial line now includes scotch-style ale

Samuel Adams is sprucing up its Imperial lineup of beers with a new scotch-style ale.

February 28, 2011
Sweet Tweets candy keeps consumers connected

Bazooka Candy Brands' latest confection is offering consumers a personal and fun way to stay connected with each other.

February 28, 2011
Takeda's Edarbi approved as hypertension treatment

The Food and Drug Administration has approved a new treatment for hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, the agency said Friday.

February 25, 2011
Boiron notes illness levels continue to rise

Nearly 39 million people, or 12.5% of the U.S. population, are feeling the effects of cold and flu as high illness levels continued across the nation, Boiron stated Friday, citing SDI Health data.

February 25, 2011
Fatty liver may impose diabetes risk

Over the years, a fatty liver has become an indicator of obesity and insulin resistance among humans, but researchers have found that people with fatty livers are five times more likely to develop Type 2 diabetes than their healthier counterparts.

February 25, 2011
Hal Rosenbluth to exit Walgreens

Walgreens on Friday announced that Hal Rosenbluth will retire as president of its health-and-wellness division in April but will continue with the company as a senior consultant to the CEO for healthcare services.

February 25, 2011
Kroger puts spotlight on flu vaccinations

Kroger is highlighting immunization against the flu this season on the company's website.

February 25, 2011
Life…supplemented kicks off 'Why You Want to Be Well' initiative

Life…supplemented on Thursday announced its fundraising initiative, “Why You Want to Be Well,” for Vitamin Angels for March, and will use Facebook to raise up to $5,000.

February 25, 2011
MedfusionRx acquisition boosts SXC's 2010 sales

Pharmacy benefit manager SXC Health Solutions had revenues of $1.95 billion in 2010, compared with $1.44 billion in 2009, according to an earnings report released Thursday.

February 25, 2011
MidWest introduces new gardening gear for ladies

MidWest Gloves & Gear has introduced a new line of fashionable garden wear for women.

February 25, 2011
NACDS to host 2011 Supply Chain and Logistics Conference

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores is gearing up to host a conference designed for retail and manufacturer supply chain executives and logistics professionals.

February 25, 2011
P&G seeks LEED certification for all sites

Procter & Gamble is working toward making its sites LEED-certified as part of the company's long-term sustainability commitment.

February 25, 2011
PCMA applauds Cuomo's Medicaid proposal

In his 2011-2012 budget, New York governor Andrew Cuomo included a proposal to update New York’s Medicaid program. The announcement comes at the heels of New Jersey governor Chris Christie's motion to modernize the state's Medicaid plan.

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