Ninja Adds Blenders With FreshVac Technology
Ninja has expanded its assortment of kitchen electrics with the debut of a new blender that features FreshVac Technology.
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Twin Star, WellnessMats Team For Anti-Fatigue Mat Promotion
Twin Star Home has entered into an agreement with WellnessMats, a manufacturer of ergonomic anti-fatigue floor mats, for a promotion to help consumers get the most out of its height-adjustable desks.
Walgreens To Purchase Pharmacy Files From Fred’s
Walgreens and Fred’s have entered into a definitive asset purchase agreement. Walgreens will acquire pharmacy patient prescription files and related pharmacy inventory of 185 Fred’s stores located across 10 Southeastern states.
Gevilan Partners With Silk’n On Skin Care Tools
Gevilan, a professional personal care brand, has partnered with Silk’n to produce the ElaziR 3D skin tightening device. The skin care tool is designed to visibly reduce and reverse sagging skin and wrinkles, the company said.
CVS Opens New Retail Distribution Center
CVS Health has opened a new retail distribution center in Kansas City, MO, located at 10711 North Congress Avenue in the Skyport Industrial Park.
Victor Expands Sit/Stand Desk Topper Line
With health-conscious consumers driving interest in new ways to approach daily tasks, Victor Technology is expanding its sit/stand desk topper line so customers don’t have to purchase all new equipment.
Fitbit Launches Charge 3 Fitness Tracker
Fitbit has launched its Charge 3 fitness tracker, which features the company’s most advanced sensor and algorithm technology in a tracker, the company said.
Best Buy To Acquire Connected Health Services Provider GreatCall
Best Buy has signed a definitive agreement to acquire GreatCall, Inc. for $800 million in cash.
Clarisonic Introduces Mia Connected Skin Care Tools
Clarisonic has introduced two new skin care tools, the Mia Smart, featuring Bluetooth connectivity, and Mia Prima.
Braun Grows Epilator Assortment
Braun has expanded its epilator lineup with the launch of new SensoSmart epilators, the Silk-épil 9 and Silk-épil 5 SensoSmart.
Fitbit Fashions New Wearables Collection With CFDA
Fitbit has partnered with the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) to launch the PH5 for Fitbit Versa collection. The new line of accessories combines an unconventional approach to knitwear, featuring six bands in a variety of bold styles and colors, the company said.
Water Pik Recalls Sonic-Fusion Flossing Toothbrush
Water Pik, Inc. has voluntarily recalled its Sonic-Fusion flossing toothbrush. The toothbrush’s charging base may overheat with localized melting and sparking, possibly causing fire, shock or burns, the company said.
Philips Launches ProtectiveClean Electric Toothbrush Lineup
Philips Sonicare has launched a new Sonicare ProtectiveClean electric toothbrush line.
Walgreens Boots Completes Acquisition Of Chinese Pharmacy Chain
Walgreens Boots Alliance has completed the previously announced agreement to acquire a 40% minority stake in Sinopharm Holding GuoDa Drugstores Co., Ltd. (GuoDa), a leading retail pharmacy chain in China.
Rite Aid Posts Loss As It Prepares Albertsons Merger
As Rite Aid prepares for its pending merger with supermarket operator Albertsons, the drug store chain posted a net loss in the first quarter.
Walgreens Q3 Beats Street But Retail Comps Slip
Walgreens beat Wall Street estimates in its third quarter, although retail comps slipped. The company released its third quarter results following the news that Amazon is acquiring an online pharmacy.
Amazon To Acquire Online Pharmacy PillPack
Amazon, in a move that could intensify its competition with drug store chains and other retailers, has entered into a definitive merger agreement to acquire PillPack, an online pharmacy.
The Wellness Opportunity Is Bigger Than You Think
You can’t read through an issue of HomeWorld Business without encountering references to health and wellness.
Walgreens To Open New Chicago Office
Walgreens is planning to open a new office in Chicago where it anticipates 1,800 people will be based.
Synca Wellness Launches Flagship Massage Chair
Synca Wellness has officially launched the flagship model of its massage chairs assortment.