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February 26, 2013
RxAlly, Shenandoah University pharmacy school collaborate in pneumococcal vaccination study

A Virginia-based pharmacy school will collaborate with an alliance of more than 22,000 pharmacies around the country to find ways to promote and increase pneumococcal vaccinations among elderly and high-risk people.

February 25, 2013
Generic tsunami eases, but leaves transformed Rx landscape in its wake

The generic drug tidal wave became a tsunami in 2012, with some of the world's top-selling pharmaceuticals swamped by generic competition, and health plan payers scrambling to reap billions of dollars in financial savings.

February 22, 2013
Harris Teeter elects Sunrise Senior Living CEO to board

Harris Teeter Supermarkets elected Mark Ordan to its board at its annual shareholders meeting.

February 21, 2013
Kerr Drug completes chainwide implementation of PDX pharmacy system

Kerr Drug has rolled out the PDX Enterprise Pharmacy System chainwide, the retail pharmacy chain said.

February 21, 2013
Women more self-conscious about skin imperfections than men, survey finds

Men and women have complex and often different views about how their skin imperfections affect their appearance and confidence, according to a new survey.

February 20, 2013
Reports: Analyst names Ahold as 'most logical' buyer of Harris Teeter

Supermarket operator Ahold USA could be in a position to buy Matthews, N.C.-based supermarket chain Harris Teeter, according to published reports.

February 14, 2013
Harris Teeter approached by two private equity firms and is exploring options

Harris Teeter on Wednesday confirmed an earlier Wall Street Journal report that the grocer was in the process of exploring strategic options.

February 13, 2013
Harris Teeter may be next grocer to explore 'strategic options'

Carolina retailer Harris Teeter may be exploring a sale, the Wall Street Journal reported Tuesday evening.

February 8, 2013
Harry Lambert, retired Eckerd president, passes away after battle with Parkinson's

Retired Eckerd president Harry Lambert, age 79, died on Wednesday, Feb. 6, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease.

February 8, 2013
Reports: Delhaize America to cut 500 jobs

NEW YORK - Delhaize America is cutting 500 jobs, according to published reports.

News media in North Carolina reported that the Belgian supermarket operator's American subsidiary would cut 350 jobs and 150 open positions as part of a reorganization. Employees of the company received notifications of the layoffs via email, according to the reports.

February 7, 2013
Kerr Drug expands central fill model

Kerr Drug will use its partnership with PDX and ScriptPro to increase pharmacy productivity by expanding its central fill model, the regional pharmacy chain said.

February 4, 2013
Merz North America names VP Merz Aesthetics unit, moves OTC under Aesthetics umbrella

Merz North America on Monday named Jim Hartman VP of the Merz Aesthetics business unit, which includes Xeomin, Radiesse and Belotero Balance.

February 1, 2013
Harris Teeter reports Q1 2013 sales of $1.2 billion, up 3.7%

Harris Teeter Supermarkets on Thursday reported that sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 ended Jan. 1 increased by 3.7% to $1.2 billion.

January 21, 2013
GMA recognizes executives, companies who contributed to advancement of industry

The Grocery Manufacturers Association on Saturday presented a number of industry awards during the association's GMA Chairman's Lecture.

January 14, 2013
Less than 45% of children receive flu shot over recent five-year period

According to a new study by researchers at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center released Thursday, less than 45% of children were vaccinated against the flu during a five-year study period.

January 4, 2013
Family Dollar's sales rise in Q1

Family Dollar stores reported a 12.7% increase in net sales and a 6.6% increase in comps in first quarter 2013, the company said.

December 28, 2012
Publix announces second new supermarket for Charlotte, N.C. area

Publix Super Markets on Thursday announced it has signed a lease for a second store in the Charlotte, N.C. area.

December 17, 2012
NACDS recognizes U.S. Sen. Kay Hagan on behalf of pharmacy patient care

The National Association of Chain Drug Stores recognized U.S. Sen. Kay Hagan for her continued leadership on behalf of pharmacy patient care.

December 11, 2012
Harris Teeter donates $550,000 to area food banks

Harris Teeter on Monday announced that more than $550,000 has been donated to local food banks out of the company’s Harvest Feast Food Drive and Donation Card Campaign.

December 11, 2012
Kerr collects food, toys for needy families

Kerr Drug is launching a holiday toy and food drive for families in need, the regional chain said.

December 10, 2012
Family Dollar Stores names new SVP food

Family Dollar Stores last week named as Tammy DeBoer SVP food. DeBoer will report to Paul White, EVP and chief merchandising officer.

December 4, 2012
Banning tobacco displays may curb youth smoking, study finds

Hiding tobacco product displays at the point of sale may help reduce smoking among young people, a new study suggests.

November 29, 2012
Medagate introduces restricted-spend platform that incentivizes wellness through Fred's

Medagate on Thursday announced the first implementation of its 2.0 restricted-spend platform, which encourages eligible consumers to make healthy living choices by purchasing qualified items at the point of sale.

November 16, 2012
Harris Teeter announces quarterly dividend and special dividend

Harris Teeter Supermarkets on Thursday declared a quarterly dividend in the amount of $0.15 per share to be paid on Jan. 1, to shareholders of record on Dec. 14.

November 15, 2012
Family Dollar expands product selections in anticipation of being the one-stop value shop for the holidays

Family Dollar on Thursday announced it is expanding its holiday selection to include hundreds of toys and gifts retailing for $10 or less.

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