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January 10, 2011
Hawaiian Punch getting a makeover, inside and out

A Dr Pepper Snapple Group brand is getting refreshed.

January 5, 2011
Helen of Troy acquires Kaz business

EL PASO, Texas — Helen of Troy Limited last month entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire the business of Kaz for $260 million in cash, subject to certain closing working capital and other adjustments. Kaz manages the Vicks and Braun brand names under license from Procter & Gamble, Honeywell under license from Honeywell and its owned brands, Stinger, SoftHeat and Kaz. Kaz sales for the ensuing 12 months ending Dec. 31, 2011, are expected to exceed $400 million, Helen of Troy stated.

January 5, 2011
Rx software-data linkups ease verification process

FORT WORTH, Texas — Unveiling its second pharmacy automation alliance in the space of a few weeks, integrated pharmacy systems provider PDX announced a new partnership in December with Health Market Science, a leading source for health provider data and solutions. Both firms said the goal is to make the prescription verification process safer and more accurate for dispensing pharmacists.


January 4, 2011
Mylan settles Medicaid reimbursement suit

Generic drug maker Mylan has settled a lawsuit concerning Medicaid reimbursements with the federal government and the state of Texas, Mylan said Dec. 24.

January 4, 2011
Report: Kroger to spruce up Houston market

It seems that Kroger is looking to upgrade some of its stores in the Houston area, according to published reports.

January 4, 2011
SmartBakes streusel cakes hit retail

Hostess is extending its SmartBakes line with a new breakfast cake.

January 3, 2011
Helen of Troy closes Kaz transaction

Helen of Troy on Monday announced that it has completed its acquisition of humidifier manufacturer Kaz. Sales for the next 12 months, ending Dec. 31, 2011, are expected to exceed $400 million, the company announced.

January 3, 2011
Purple Stuff expands retail distribution

A relaxation/focus soda brand has expanded its market reach.

December 28, 2010
Frito-Lay goes ‘au naturale’

Frito-Lay will reformulate half of its snack products to be completely natural by the end of 2011. The products will include no artificial or synthetic ingredients, no artificial flavors and no preservatives, including MSG.

December 22, 2010
Assured Pharmacy sees spike in same-store sales

Same-store sales for specialty pharmacy group Assured Pharmacy rose 31.2% in November, compared with the year-ago period.

December 17, 2010
Walgreens allies with HHS to launch free flu shot outreach to disadvantaged

In a major alliance to foster preventive health in the United States, Walgreens has partnered with the Department of Health and Human Services to provide free flu vaccinations to as many as 350,000 low-income and uninsured Americans.

December 14, 2010
Dr Pepper Snapple Group promotes two execs

Two members of the Dr Pepper Snapple Group executive leadership team have been promoted to the level of EVP, the company announced.

December 14, 2010
Whole Foods salutes military with free overseas shipping

Whole Foods is offering free overseas shipping of its holiday gift boxes to APO, FPO and DPO addresses.

December 13, 2010
OCuSOFT relaunches Tears Again advanced Liposome Spray

OCuSOFT, Inc., a leading maker of remedies for the treatment of ocular surface disease, has relaunched Tears Again advanced Liposome Spray, a unique eyelid spray for Meibomian Gland Dysfunction sufferers. Used in conjunction with OCuSOFT Lid Scrub Eyelid Cleanser, the new eyelid spray is ideal to promote good eyelid hygiene and healthy eyes and to help provide relief from eyelid irritation throughout the day, according to the company.

December 13, 2010
RediClinic's operations to nearly double

RediClinic has announced that it will open 20 new clinics inside H-E-B grocery stores across Texas, which will nearly double the number of RediClinics currently operating within H-E-B.

December 9, 2010
Dr Pepper Snapple Group tackles citrus-soda category with Sun Drop

A citrus soda made by Dr Pepper Snapple Group is making a major splash in the Southern states in which it’s currently sold.

December 9, 2010
Helen of Troy announces definitive agreement to acquire Kaz

Helen of Troy on Thursday announced that it has entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire the business of Kaz for $260 million in cash, subject to certain closing working capital and other adjustments.

December 7, 2010
Adults want control of their private health data

AUSTIN, Texas — An overwhelming majority of respondents to a recent poll want to choose which companies and government agencies can view and use their health information.


December 7, 2010
PDX, HDS fuse automation, data with verification tool

FORT WORTH, Texas — Blending the power of one of the most widely used pharmacy automation systems with a massive database of prescribing physicians, two major pharmacy technology providers have unveiled a new partnership designed to give dispensing pharmacists immediate access to real-time prescriber data.


Retail pharmacy technology provider PDX and Healthcare Data Solutions announced the alliance in November. The goal, according to both companies, is to link users of the PDX Pharmacy System with a real-time prescriber verification process.


December 3, 2010
Highlighting health observance, United Supermarkets offers flu vaccine special to customers

United Supermarkets' family of stores is recognizing National Influenza Vaccination Week by offering customers a $20 flu vaccine special.

December 3, 2010
Pharmacy systems providers link up to offer improved prescriber verification

Integrated pharmacy systems provider PDX and Health Market Science, a leading source for health provider data and solutions, have teamed up to improve the accuracy and safety of the prescription verification process.

December 1, 2010
Dr Pepper wraps up 125th anniversary celebration

A soft drink is wrapping up the year-long celebration of its flavorful history.

December 1, 2010
ReCept shuffles executives

Regional specialty pharmacy chain ReCept has appointed several people to new executive positions, the company said Wednesday.

November 29, 2010
Dr Pepper Snapple Group announces Let's Play initiative

A popular beverage maker is encouraging kids to be active by promoting fit and healthy lifestyles.

November 21, 2010
OcuSoft's Zytaze now available at chain drug stores

Drug maker OcuSoft has launched a prescription supplement designed to enhance botulinum toxin injections, the...

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