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Headspace expands to direct-to-consumer mental health market

Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 22, 2024

Headspace has launched direct-to-consumer text-based mental health coaching to expand its reach beyond employer customers and capture the cash-pay healthcare market. Headspace is entering the direct-to-consumer mental health coaching market, broadening its reach beyond its model of contracting with health plans and employers.

Study Finds Many Individuals With Cardiovascular Disease Consume Twice Daily Recommendation of Sodium

Pharmacy Times

APRIL 22, 2024

Investigators found that 89% of individuals with cardiovascular disease consumed more than 1500 mg of sodium daily.

J.D. Power: Where payers are falling short in providing a digital consumer experience

Fierce Healthcare

APRIL 9, 2024

Consumers expect a simple and easy digital experience, and health plans have plenty of room to improve on that front, according to a new report. Consumers expect a simple and easy digital experience, and health plans have plenty of room to improve on that front, according to a new report.

Most Consumer Health Care Decisions Being Affected by Inflation

Drug Topics

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

As inflation rises, consumers are beginning to lose confidence in their ability to cover health care expenses.

Why Price Transparency is Important for Consumers in Veterinary Medicine

Drug Topics

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Jason Reed, PharmD, Senior Director of Product Management at FTB Vella, discusses the importance of drug price transparency for both consumers and veterinarians.

Walmart unveils latest technologies at Consumer Electronics Show

Drug Store News

JANUARY 10, 2024

Walmart shared its plans for adaptive retail focused on customers, workforce and society at the Consumer Electronics Show.

Retailers remind consumers to get flu, COVID shots, testing

Drug Store News

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Retailers, including Walgreens and Kinney Drugs are reminding consumers about flu and COVID-19 immunizations and testing offerings as the U.S. heads into peak respiratory illness season.

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Consumers opting for deals over store loyalty amid inflation

Drug Store News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Three-in-four consumers still feel concerned about rising prices, even as inflation moderates, according to Deloitte’s 2024 U.S. Retail Industry Outlook.

Do Pharmaceutical Brand Colors Affect Consumer Buying Decisions?

Pharmacy Times

JULY 21, 2023

A company’s choice of color for branding and logo design may impact how consumers feel about the brand and could influence buyer decision-making.

As Direct-to-Consumer Companies Grow in Popularity, Their Efficacy is Questioned

Drug Topics

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Direct-to-consumer companies attract attention on social media, but are they as effective as traditional healthcare services?

J&J consumer health spinoff Kenvue telegraphs 100-plus layoffs in California, New Jersey

Fierce Pharma

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

While Johnson & Johnson’s consumer health spinoff Kenvue prepares to move into a swanky new headquarters in Summit, New Jersey, it appears some staffers won’t be joining the company in the tran | While Johnson & Johnson’s consumer health spinoff Kenvue prepares to move into a new headquarters in Summit, New Jersey, it appears some staffers (..)

Consumers notice rising retail crimes

Drug Store News

JUNE 5, 2023

According to a survey conducted by the National Retail Federation, consumers believe retail crimes such as shoplifting and looting stores have increased in their community.

Consumers notice rising retail crimes

Drug Store News

JUNE 5, 2023

According to a survey conducted by the National Retail Federation, consumers believe retail crimes have increased in their community.

Engaging consumers on sustainability

Drug Store News

JUNE 15, 2023

In this column, Megan Timberlake discusses how learning from consumers can lead to positive change and new vectors of growth.

Validating medications: A consumer responsibility?

pharmaphorum

AUGUST 30, 2023

Validating medications: A consumer responsibility? Mike.Hammerton Wed, 30/08/2023 - 08:00 Bookmark this

GSK consumer health spin-off Haleon starts trading

pharmaphorum

JULY 18, 2022

GSK’s consumer health spinout Haleon started trading on the London Stock Exchange this morning, making its debut with a price of 330 pence and a market valuation of around £31 billion ($37 billion). The post GSK consumer health spin-off Haleon starts trading appeared first on. GSK shareholders hold around 54.5%

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Sanofi's planned consumer health spinoff picks up interest from multiple firms: Bloomberg

Fierce Pharma

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

As Sanofi continues to plot its planned separation from its consumer healthcare division, the business has reportedly attracted interest from multiple private equity firms. | Top buyout firms, including Advent International and Blackstone, have their eye on Sanofi's consumer health business, according to the news service.

Silence Isn’t Golden: Two Executives Convicted in First Criminal Prosecution Under the Consumer Product Safety Act

The FDA Law Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

17, 2023, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced the first-ever conviction of two corporate executives in a criminal prosecution for failure to report a consumer product defect under the CPSA. By Riëtte van Laack & Anne K. What led to this conviction? It is a long story that started more than a decade ago.

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Sanofi will exit consumer health and boost R&D investment

pharmaphorum

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Sanofi will exit consumer health and boost R&D investment Phil.Taylor Fri, 27/10/2023 - 09:09 Bookmark this

Consumers prioritize shipping in online shopping

Drug Store News

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Shipping costs are the top factor when it comes to shopping online, according to a new consumer survey from mobile e-commerce platform Wish.

Study: More than half of consumers have a negative outlook on the economy

Drug Store News

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Some 58% of consumers have a negative outlook on the economy, while 71% of marketers say that they are most concerned with inflation, supply chain and labor shortages.

HLTH23: Walgreens to roll out direct-to-consumer virtual health services in 9 states

Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Walgreens' goal is to be the "most convenient health and wellness destination" whether consumers are physically in the retailers' stores or virtually in its stores, chief operating officer Tracey D. Brown said during HLTH.

ViVE 2024: Consumer wellness marketplace Vale Health launches with 16 health systems in its corner

Fierce Healthcare

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Sixteen health systems have put their weight behind Vale Health, a new online marketplace of vetted wellness offerings for consumers. Vale Health is tapping the expertise of its provider backers to offer vetted wellness products to consumers.

Sanofi Consumer Healthcare North America earns B Corp Certification

Drug Store News

JULY 26, 2023

B Corp Certification follows a rigorous evaluation and is the first time such certification has been granted to a large consumer healthcare company.

FDA Warns Consumers About Unapproved, Misbranded OTC Analgesic Products

Drug Topics

MARCH 27, 2024

The agency issued warning letters to 6 companies manufacturing these products.

FDA

Consumer health innovation – where passion and science meet

pharmaphorum

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Heather Barnes, external innovation lead EMEA at Johnson and Johnson Consumer Health, is a scientist who is truly passionate about consumer health. Having a real impact on consumers. She considered several options as graduation neared, driven by her desire to see the impact of her work on consumers’ lives.

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Meet the exec aiming to improve consumer experience for BCBSMA members

Fierce Healthcare

AUGUST 28, 2023

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts announced< | Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts tapped Paul Long to serve as the health plan’s chief consumer experience officer.

Sanofi Consumer Healthcare North America earns B Corp Certification

Drug Store News

JULY 26, 2023

B Corp Certification follows a rigorous evaluation and is the first time such certification has been granted to a large consumer healthcare company.

Taking a page from consumer-facing tech, Providence launches startup to modernize patient engagement

Fierce Healthcare

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Health systems must take a page from the book of other consumer-facing industries, said Sara Vaezy, chief strategy and digital officer at Providence. Renton, Washington-based Providence launched a new startup to modernize patients' digital experience with the traditional healthcare system.

GSK rejects $68.4bn Unilever bid for consumer health

pharmaphorum

JANUARY 17, 2022

GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) claims it has rejected three unsolicited, conditional and non-binding proposals from Unilever to acquire GSK Consumer Healthcare in a deal worth approximately $68.4 The Consumer Healthcare business is a Joint Venture between GSK and Pfizer, with GSK holding a majority controlling interest of 68% and Pfizer 32%.

Pfizer will exit GSK consumer health JV after spinout

pharmaphorum

JUNE 1, 2022

GlaxoSmithKline is due to complete the split from its consumer health decision – now renamed Haleon – next month, with a listing for the new company on the London Stock Exchange set for 18 July. billion) from its consumer health brands, including Sensodyne toothpaste, Voltaren and Panadol painkillers, and Centrum multivitamins.

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How to Go Beyond Demographics for Effective Marketing to Consumers in the Pharma Industry

Pharma Marketing Network

JULY 25, 2023

This means that they have focused on reaching consumers based on factors such as age, gender, income, and location. This is because consumers are not just defined by their demographics. Some of the psychographic factors that pharmaceutical companies should consider include: Lifestyle: How do consumers live their lives?

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With $1.2B stock sale, GSK offloads more of its stake in consumer health spinoff Haleon

Fierce Pharma

JANUARY 17, 2024

GSK is sticking to its plan to gradually monetize its stake in Haleon, the consumer health business the British pharma giant spun off in 2022. | GSK is sticking to its plan to gradually monetize its stake in Haleon, the consumer health business the British pharma giant spun off in 2022.

Costco’s March sales driven by consumers seeking essential items

Drug Store News

APRIL 7, 2023

In line with perceptions that consumers are less prone to buying bigger-ticket items in today’s economy, Costco’s March sales report showed resilience in food and downturns in nonfoods.

Sanofi Consumer Healthcare calls for collaboration on self-care issues

Drug Store News

JUNE 15, 2023

Startups, entrepreneurs, research institutions and more can now respond online to challenge areas that have been identified by Sanofi Consumer Healthcare.

Bayer's digital drive in consumer health gathers pace

pharmaphorum

AUGUST 23, 2023

Bayer's digital drive in consumer health gathers pace Phil.Taylor Wed, 23/08/2023 - 10:01 Bookmark this

Beauty consumers on the demand for transparency

Drug Store News

OCTOBER 11, 2022

A new report by Beauty Pie, released in partnership with The Future Laboratory, examines how consumers are now armed with greater access to product efficacy and supply chain efforts.

Consumers focused on affordability, convenience in food shopping

Drug Store News

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Regardless of past wellness trends in food shopping, today’s consumers are more focused than ever on affordability and convenience, according to a survey from Pollock Communications and Today's Dietitian.

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GSK names McNamara as CEO of consumer health spinout

pharmaphorum

JULY 23, 2021

GlaxoSmithKline has said that Brian McNamara – currently head of its three-year-old consumer health joint venture with Pfizer – will retain the top job at the business after it is hived off into a separate company next year. The post GSK names McNamara as CEO of consumer health spinout appeared first on.

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STAT+: Biden proposal targeting pharma patents spurs industry fears and consumer doubts

STAT

DECEMBER 7, 2023

But the move, which must still be finalized by an inter-agency working group, is already causing uncertainty over the extent to which drugmakers may lose valuable monopolies and consumers will save money.

Placer.ai sizes up consumers' spending habits amid inflationary prices

Drug Store News

APRIL 24, 2023

reports that following a strong January, retail traffic slowed somewhat as consumers continued adjusting their spending habits to inflationary prices.

Consumers demand health snacks, reject empty calories

Drug Store News

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Many of today’s consumers crave tasty but healthy snacks that help them meet their wellness goals.

Store brands shine as consumer wallets tighten

Drug Store News

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

Retailers’ private label product sales are growing as consumers seek affordable health-and-wellness solutions.

Labelling

Ipsen plans sale of consumer health business for €350m

pharmaphorum

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Ipsen has started exclusive negotiations that could see its global consumer health business sold to fellow French pharma company Mayoly Spindler later this year. The post Ipsen plans sale of consumer health business for €350m appeared first on. Ipsen’s specialty pharma business grew almost 13% to €2.6 billion last year.

Headspace expands to direct-to-consumer mental health market

Study Finds Many Individuals With Cardiovascular Disease Consume Twice Daily Recommendation of Sodium

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J.D. Power: Where payers are falling short in providing a digital consumer experience

Most Consumer Health Care Decisions Being Affected by Inflation

Why Price Transparency is Important for Consumers in Veterinary Medicine

Walmart unveils latest technologies at Consumer Electronics Show

Retailers remind consumers to get flu, COVID shots, testing

Consumers opting for deals over store loyalty amid inflation

Do Pharmaceutical Brand Colors Affect Consumer Buying Decisions?

As Direct-to-Consumer Companies Grow in Popularity, Their Efficacy is Questioned

J&J consumer health spinoff Kenvue telegraphs 100-plus layoffs in California, New Jersey

Consumers notice rising retail crimes

Consumers notice rising retail crimes

Engaging consumers on sustainability

Validating medications: A consumer responsibility?

GSK consumer health spin-off Haleon starts trading

Sanofi's planned consumer health spinoff picks up interest from multiple firms: Bloomberg

Silence Isn’t Golden: Two Executives Convicted in First Criminal Prosecution Under the Consumer Product Safety Act

Sanofi will exit consumer health and boost R&D investment

Consumers prioritize shipping in online shopping

Study: More than half of consumers have a negative outlook on the economy

HLTH23: Walgreens to roll out direct-to-consumer virtual health services in 9 states

ViVE 2024: Consumer wellness marketplace Vale Health launches with 16 health systems in its corner

Sanofi Consumer Healthcare North America earns B Corp Certification

FDA Warns Consumers About Unapproved, Misbranded OTC Analgesic Products

Consumer health innovation – where passion and science meet

Meet the exec aiming to improve consumer experience for BCBSMA members

Sanofi Consumer Healthcare North America earns B Corp Certification

Taking a page from consumer-facing tech, Providence launches startup to modernize patient engagement

GSK rejects $68.4bn Unilever bid for consumer health

Pfizer will exit GSK consumer health JV after spinout

How to Go Beyond Demographics for Effective Marketing to Consumers in the Pharma Industry

With $1.2B stock sale, GSK offloads more of its stake in consumer health spinoff Haleon

Costco’s March sales driven by consumers seeking essential items

Sanofi Consumer Healthcare calls for collaboration on self-care issues

Bayer's digital drive in consumer health gathers pace

Beauty consumers on the demand for transparency

Consumers focused on affordability, convenience in food shopping

GSK names McNamara as CEO of consumer health spinout

STAT+: Biden proposal targeting pharma patents spurs industry fears and consumer doubts

Placer.ai sizes up consumers' spending habits amid inflationary prices

Consumers demand health snacks, reject empty calories

Store brands shine as consumer wallets tighten

Ipsen plans sale of consumer health business for €350m

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