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S e n s o d y n e C l i n i c a l W h i t e t o o t h p a s t e i s s p e c i a l l y designed for sensitive teeth and provides consumers with two shades whiter teeth (as shown in an eight-week s t u d y ) a n d 2 4 / 7 s e n s i t i v i t y protection (with twice daily brushing) in an enamel safe formula

T h e S e n s o d y n e b r a n d has long understood those needs and continues to find ways to support the 45% of Americans who suffer from

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Introduce Your Brand to Millions with GoodRx

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GoodRx is one of the most trusted names in the h e a l t h c a r e l a n d s c a p e a n d i t s a u d i e n c e o f h i g h l y engaged patients and providers looks to GoodRx as a trusted resource at every stage in the healthcare journey, from researching a new diagnosis online to filling prescriptions at the pharmacy with GoodRx coupons

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Rapidly Growing Generic Product Portfolio

Tapping Into Consumer Trends: Peanut Butter

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In 2024, Camber Pharmaceuticals has ambitious plans, aiming to launch 70 new generic medications, submit 60 new Abbreviated New Drug Applications (ANDAs) a n d s e c u r e F D A a p p r o v a l f o r 4 0 p r e v i o u s l y f i l e d

ANDAs By the year’s end, Camber’s diverse portfolio is projected to encompass nearly 250 product groups spanning Rx, Specialty and OTC markets

Looking back at 2023, Camber achieved significant milestones, introducing 33 new generic drugs, six s p e c i a l t y m e dications and two

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M&M’S®, proudly part of Mars, knows that its Peanut Butter M&M’S have been a longtime fan favorite product Seeing an opportunity to meet consumer demand and taste preferences, Mars Wrigley is building on its already popul a r p o r t f o l i o o f p e a n u t b u t t e r p r o du c t s b y p a i ring the classic flavor with its iconic brands for new, innovative confectionery offerings: M&M’S Peanut Butter Minis and M&M’S Mega

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Liquid I.V. Sugar-Free Is Soaring

After spending two years p e r f e c t i n g t h e f o r m u l a , L i q u i d I V l a u n c h e d i t s

Hydration Multiplier SugarFree product in June 2023 Sugar-Free quickly became a fan favorite, surpassing all expectations and catapulting the company into a new category of hydration solut i o n s C o n s u m e r p r e f e rences have shifted decidedl y t o w a r d s u g a r - f r e e i n

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Sally Hansen Celebrates 10 Iconic Years of Miracle Gel with a Birthday Collection

This year, Sally Hansen® Miracle Gel polish celebrates its 10th anniversary with the launch of a special Miracle Gel™ One Gel of a Party collection, including a shade in the standout Sally Hansen orange Miracle Gel launched in 2014 with a first to market innovation making the polish the No 1 launch for the year Since then, the collection has expanded with over 100 shades and has stood the test of time, becoming a staple for at-home manicure enthusiasts across the nation As the No 1 unique gelhybrid formula for 10 years, Miracle Gel offers a chip-resistant, salon quality manicure that delivers up to eight days of color and shine, without the use of a UV lamp. The One Gel of a Party collection offers the same reliable chip-free results in eight festive crème and shim-

mer shades for a soft glam nail look that’s perfect for any occasion all year long Each bottle features a collectable limited edition birthday cake decoration and glitter cap to celebrate this milestone moment

“Our beloved Miracle Gel formula has truly stood the test of time and we can hardly believe we are celebrating 10 years! With the rise of DIY manicures, our gel-hybrid polish has proven to be one of the highest performing products in the cosmetics for salon quality results from the comfort of their home Our birthday collection is a celebration of color and of our loyal consumers who have made this product the No 1 gel-hybrid polish worldwide, year after year,” said Celia Tombalakian, Global Vice President for Sally Hansen. Sally Hansen Miracle Gel One Gel

Georgia-Pacific's Crossett Mill Earns EPA Recognition for Energy Conservation

Georgia-Pacific’s Crossett paper mill in Crossett, Arkansas, received recognit i o n f r o m t h e U S E n v i r o n m e n t a l Protection Agency (EPA) for reducing

its energy intensity by 15 8%, exceeding the ENERGY STAR Challenge for Industry goal by 5 8% within just three years The ENERGY STAR Challenge for

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January 2024 in mass-merchandisers, drugstores, food, e-commerce retailers nationwide and anywhere Sally Hansen beauty products are found

For more information, go to www sally hansen com or stop by Mezzanine #15

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Brilliant Smile Made Easy with Miracle Smile Water Flosser

“You really should be flossing more,” says the dentist after the dreaded yearly exam While everyone promises to add it to a daily oral care routine, many people forget or don’t feel like dealing with the hassle However, flossing is important for good dental hygiene – it can help remove plaque and serves as an important tool in the fight against gum disease and cavities

Flossing is an often-ignored part of a p e r s o n ’ s d e n t a l health routine, and it’s easy to understand why It is often time consuming a n d w h o r e a l l y w a n t s t o d e a l w i t h winding, tangling and untangling dental floss?

Miracle Smile® is a revolutionary water flosser that flosses in seconds. It helps remove all of that unnecessary time and hassle with its unique design and powerful performance.

The Science Behind Miracle Smile

What’s the secret to getting your best smile with Miracle Smile? The specially designed H-shaped flossing head with powerful water jets pivots to rinse the top, bottom, front and back of the teeth and below the gumline at the same time, in just seconds.

The Perfect Combination of Gentle and Tough

Traditional floss can also be a bit too harsh for sensitive gums – all that swiping back and forth along the gumline c o u l d i r r i t a t e t h e m o s t s e n s i t i v e m o u t h s . L u c k i l y , t h e M i r a c l e S m i l e Water Flosser provides a gentle solution

T h e p u l s a t i n g w a t e r s t r e a m i s designed to help remove debris from teeth while massaging and stimulating g u m s N o t o n l y d o e s t h i s p r o m o t e enhanced dental hygiene, but it is easy t o u s e , e n c o u r a g i n g u s e r s t o t a k e charge of overall gum health

Customization Meets Precision

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W h i c h e v e r s e t t i n g u s e r s d e c i d e provides the best results for a smile, the Miracle Smile Water Flosser delivers a targeted and thorough rinse between the teeth and along the gum line.

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• A quick and easy way to rinse the mouth – target debris, reduce the visual appearance of stains, and promote better dental hygiene

• Versatile enough to clean dentures and maneuver around braces

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VillageMD Sells 11 Clinics to Arches Medical Partners

W a l g r e e n s - b a c k e d p r i m a r y c a r e provider VillageMD has sold 11 Rhode I s l a n d c l i n i c s t o A r c h e s M e d i c a l Partners, the medical group management company reported Arches took over the clinics, which include eight offices and three urgent care centers, effective March 2, according to the VillageMD website

RoC Skincare Launches 3-in-1 Derm Correxion Firming Serum Stick to Lift, Tighten and Smooth the Skin

R o C ® S k i n c a r e , t h e l e a d i n g c l i n i c a l l y proven skincare brand with more than 65 years of medical professional collaboration, announces the newest addition to the Derm Correxion® line, the F i r m i n g S e r u m S t i c k I n p a r t n e r s h i p w i t h b o t h p l a s t i c s u rgeons and dermatolog i s t s , R o C S k i n c a r e d e s i g n e d t h e D e r m

C o r r e x i o n F i r m i n g Serum Stick to lift, tighte n a n d s m o o t h s k i n instantly and over time

T h e r e t i n o l - b a s e d f o rmula, in an innovative and easy-to-apply stick format, glides on clear a n d e v e n l y m a s s a g e s i n t o t h e f a c e , n e c k , chest and hands

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use. It works by visibly shrinking cells on the surface of the skin to improve facial contours and reduce skin laxity.”

Every RoC Skincare product is clinically proven, including the Firming Serum Stick In RoC’s clinical study, the

R e s e a r c h h a s shown that the skin begins to lose elasticity and volume as early as the late 30s due to a decrease in collagen and elastin Consumers are looking for solutions to combat this In fact, since 2019, in-office procedures that offer noninvasive skin tightening have increased by 22%

“As we continue to see the clear consumer desire to lift, firm and tighten skin, we understand that many people are searching for options that are non-invasive, or that work as a complem e n t t o i n - o f f i c e p r o c e d u r e s , ” s a y s Senior Vice President of Research & D e v e l o p m e n t a t R o C S k i n c a r e , A r t Pellegrino “These insights led us and our Advisory Board of Dermatologists and Plastic Surgeons to formulate a h i g h l y e f f e c t i v e p r o d u c t t a r g e t i n g these skin concerns The fast-absorbing f o r m u l a l e v e r a g e s R o C ’ s e x t e n s i v e knowledge of retinol delivery to support collagen and elastin while a breakthrough new ingredient, THPE, tightens and contours THPE and retinol complement each other, working synergistically to provide better firming, t i g h t e n i n g a n d s m o o t h i n g b e n e f i t s than either ingredient individually ” Firming THPE, whose efficacy is clinically proven and was published at t h e A m e r i c a n A c a d e m y o f D e r m a t o l o g y , l i f t s , s i g n i f i c a n t l y improves facial contours and increases skin's firmness by 1 9 times, while slowrelease Pure RoC Retinol continually boosts elasticity and reduces lines and wrinkles Added antioxidants and squalene protect and hydrate the skin

Dr Joshua Zeichner, RoC Skincare Advisory Board Member and BoardCertified Dermatologist, adds, “THPE is a novel compound that can improve the skin’s firmness after just one application, and even more with continued

p r o d u c t w a s s h o w n t o i n s t a n t l y smooth and hydrate skin; in just one week, 94% of users had visibly reduced lines and in four weeks, 94% of users reported visible firmer skin

The Firming Serum Stick is availa b l e n o w a t U l t a a n d R o C c o m f o r $38 99, and available at Target starting F e b 2 5 T o l e a r n m o r e , f o l l o w @ R o C S k i n c a r e o n I n s t a g r a m a n d TikTok

About RoC Skincare RoC has been revolutionizing skincare s i n c e 1 9 5 7 w h e n D r J e a n - C h a r l e s Lissarrague, a French pharmacist at the Rogé Cavaillès pharmacy, created the first hypoallergenic skincare formulations This was the first of many collaborations with dermatologists to provide them with safe and effective products for their patients For more than 60 years, that has been the foundational philosophy at RoC, inspiring a history of firsts: The first broad spectrum UV protection to proactively preserve the health of skin and the first to discover a method for stabilizing retinol By combining retinol with antioxidants and using innovative packaging, RoC made i t p o s s i b l e t o d e l i v e r r e t i n o l ’ s s k i nsmoothing benefits safely and effectively for daily use Today, retinol is still one of the greatest discoveries in the history of skincare RoC is proud of its continued brand commitments to not retouch imagery, in an effort to portray realistic depictions of skin at various stages of life, and to require influencer partners to agree that in RoC content, it will not use skin altering filters or other editing techniques that promote unrealistic beauty standards

For more information, go to www roc skincare com or stop by Space #642

Camber’s Parent Company, Hetero, Celebrates Three Decades of Success

Camber Pharmaceuticals’ parent company, Hetero, recently marked three decades of success in the pharmaceutical industry Throughout this period, Hetero has consistently reinvested in research and development programs, expanded its portfolio and enhanced production capacity, positioning itself as a global leader in both branded and non-branded generic drugs

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and a presence in more than 140 count r i e s , H e t e r o s t a n d s a s o n e o f t h e l a r g e s t p r i v a t e l y h e l d g e n e r i c d r u g manufacturers globally Their primary focus areas encompass API and key

Raw Flora – Redefining Women’s Gut Health

Nature’s Truth® is redefining the way women support gut health with its doctor-formulated Raw Flora™ probiotic line. Women are looking for probiotic support that targets not only digestive wellness, but overall health and well-being.

Raw Flora is a premium line of probiotic supplements with clinically studied strains and powerhouse ingredients that synergistically deliver multiple benefits

W o m e n ’ s p r o b i o t i c s a r e u p d o u b l e d i g i t s ( + 1 8 % ) recently, growing at a rate of six times faster than the prob i o t i c s s e g m e n t g r o w t h (+3%) Nature’s Truth specifically created this innovative W o m e n ’ s C a r e f o r m u l a t o provide tailored support for g u t , d i g e s t i v e a n d v a g i n a l health, delivering billions of colony-forming units (CFU) from 18 live probiotic strains in every serving

start material manufacturing, generics

FDF production, biosimilars and oncology product research, custom pharmaceutical services and contract development and manufacturing

Hetero currently supplies around 40% of the global demand for antir e t r o v i r a l A P I s a n d F D F s c r u c i a l i n HIV/AIDS treatment Pioneering afforda b i l i t y i n l i f e - t h r e a t e n i n g d i s e a s e s , Hetero was among the first Indian companies to provide cost-effective drugs for conditions such as HIV/AIDS, hepatitis C, bird flu, swine flu and, more recently, the coronavirus

B o a s t i n g a p o r t f o l i o f e a t u r i n g m o r e t h a n 3 5 w o r l d - c l a s s o n c o l o g y products and operating three speciali z e d f a c i l i t i e s f o r c a n c e r t r e a t m e n t drugs, Hetero significantly contributes to affordable and high-quality cancer care The company actively drives positive change by incorporating innovation, continuous improvement, knowledge and best practices

Through Hetero’s support, Camber Pharmaceuticals has gained industrywide recognition for its robust supply c h a i n , e x c e p t i o n a l c u s t o m e r s e r v i c e and dedicated team of experienced s a l e s p r o f e s s i o n a l s i n t h e g e n e r i c s industry. Together, they aim to make a meaningful contribution to enhancing global access to quality and affordable health care.

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Lactobacillus rhamnosus. Each vegan serving also includes the monosacchar i d e D - M a n n o s e a n d t h e s u p e r f r u i t

Raw Flora offers its Women’s Care formula in two strengths: 30 billion CFU and 50 billion CFU, and includes the No 1 most studied probiotic species,

cranberry – two nutrients work synergistically with the diverse array of probiotics to contribute to urinary and vaginal health

W o m e n ’ s C a r e P r o b i o t i c - 1 8 a l s o sets itself apart from other probiotics

by providing support from three differe n t g e n e r a : t h e L a c t o b a c i l l u s , B i f i d o b a c t e r i u m a n d S t r e p t o c o c c u s cultures. Developing the right probiotic with the right strains to target key areas of women’s gut health concerns w a s k e y . E a c h p r o b i o t i c s t r a i n w a s hand-picked by a doctor with a focus on diversity, as to provide a m o r e c o m p l e t e p r o b i o t i c s u p p l e m e n t f o r w o m e n ’ s health.

Raw Flora probiotics are available in a premium, recyc l a b l e a m b e r g l a s s b o t t l e and aluminum lid that prot e c t s t h e p r o b i o t i c s f r o m l i g h t , h e a t a n d m o i s t u r e Both formulas have a one capsule per day dose and do not require refrigeration

With over five decades o f e x p e r t i s e b e h i n d R a w Flora, these premium probiotics are crafted with care w h i l e a d h e r i n g t o c u r r e n t G o o d M a n u f a c t u r i n g Practices (cGMP) set forth by t h e U S F o o d a n d D r u g Administration (FDA) Raw Flora probiotics are also lab tested and Non-GMO Project Verified

Empowering At-Home Heart Health with Beurer

Maintaining heart health at home is essential With over a century of leadership in wellness technology, Beurer offers tools for self-monitoring blood pressure, helping keep track of health

between doctor visits These devices are clinically accurate, designed for precision and ease of use, supporting a proactive approach to health management

Britta Dittrich, President of Beurer N o r t h A m e r i c a , h i g h l i g h t s , “ O u r advancements in digital blood pressure technology facilitate more accurate and effortless monitoring, allowing customers to live fully and without stress. It’s rewarding to see our dedication to innovation simplifying home healthcare for all.”

The Auto 400 Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitor has been recognized as one of Forbes’ “Best Blood Pressure Monitors of 2023.” Additionally, the lineup includes the Deluxe 600 and

Premium 800 Upper Arm Blood Pressure Monitors, both featuring Bluetooth® connectivity for effortless health tracking This enables easy sharing of data with doctors or loved ones, enhancing collaborative care The Premium 800 adds a bilingual talking function for convenience, while the innovative Premium 800W Wrist Blood Pressure Monitor with Bluetooth optimizes ease and accuracy in health monitoring

In the journey toward making wellness accessible to all, Beurer’s commitm e n t e x t e n d s b e y o n d j u s t p r o d u c t development Beurer understands that e m p o w e r i n g i n d i v i d u a l s w i t h t h e knowledge and tools to take charge of their health is crucial. Therefore, Beurer continues to innovate and expand its o f f e r i n g s , e n s u r i n g i t s t e c h n o l o g y meets the evolving needs of its users. As Beurer looks ahead, the company remains dedicated to fostering a world

w h e r e m o n i t o r i n g a n d m a i n t a i n i n g heart health can be a seamless part of everyone’s daily routine.

For more information, go to www.shopbeurer.com or stop by Table #530.

Pushing Density and Flexibility to the Limit

For over 50 years, Uniweb, Inc has b e e n m a n u f a c t u r e d a n d s o u r c e d domestically This allows for the delivery of durable products in a matter of weeks – not months. Engineered with f e w e r c o m p o n e n t s a n d t i g h t t o l e rances, Uniweb products will never rip or tear, are fire-resistant and exceed stringent U.L. standards.

Uniweb crafts high-density, longlasting and adaptable fixtures including:

• Complete Modular Pharmacies

• RX Storage Bays

• Workstations

• Locking Units

• OTC Merchandising

• Consult Rooms

• Will Call and Queuing

• Retail Gondolas and POP Displays

• Retail Checkout Stations

O p t i m i z e y o u r f i x t u r e s a n d future-proof your pharmacy by investing in durable, flexible solutions from Uniweb such as clean-line wall panels, behindthe-scenes counters, cabinets, s h e l v i n g a n d a c c e s s o r i e s S o m e c o m p o n e n t s c o m e p r e w i r e d w i t h o p t i o n a l d a t a a n d e l e c t r i c a l l i n e s C h a n g e

expand your pharmacy with minimal administration or construction costs

F r e e u p c o u n t e r t o p s a n d m a x i m i z e storage for prescriptions, patient files, office supplies and equipment – without using installation specialists.

American-Made Products

Mean Shorter Lead Times and Long-Lasting Products

Pharmacy operations are faced with a myriad of challenges: improving customer service, increasing productivity, maintaining security, adding new technology and bringing the operation in on budget. It’s demanding to profitably grow business any time, but particularly when the volume of dispensed prescriptions increases, and your square footage remains unchanged. Uniweb

Formula Leads Eye Vitamin Category, Addresses Patient Needs

Since its founding more than 170 years ago, Bausch + Lomb has been associated with many of the most significant advances in eye health The company offers an impressive array of approximately 400 products and continues to lead the way in scientific and technological innovation, particularly for eye vitamins.

Bausch + Lomb’s leadership in the eye vitamins market can be traced back to its pioneering c o l l a b o r a t i o n w i t h t h e National Eye Institute (NEI) in two clinical studies – AREDS a n d A R E D S 2 . 1 , 2 B a u s c h + Lomb joined forces with the NEI to identify certain nutrients that could help reduce t h e r i s k o f p r o g r e s s i o n o f moderate to advanced Agerelated Macular Degeneration ( A M D ) , a l e a d i n g c a u s e o f vision loss for Americans over age 50 and the leading cause of blindness for the 65+ popu l a t i o n A t t h e t i m e t h i s r e s e a r c h b e g a n , p a t i e n t s d i a g n o s e d w i t h A M D o n l y had exercise and a healthy diet as tools to help address the condition

John Ferris, Executive Vice President, Consumer, Bausch + Lomb “The results of the AREDS and AREDS2 studies led t o t h e f o r m u l a t i o n o f P r e s e r V i s i o n AREDS 2 vitamins, based on the most current, available science.”

Bausch + Lomb continuously conducts research to find ways to address t h e n e e d s o f c o n s u m e r s a n d b u i l d upon its portfolio. Last year, Bausch +

The studies, which spanned over two decades and included thousands of participants, demonstrated that a specific combination of antioxidants and zinc could help reduce the risk of progression in those with moderate to advanced AMD In 2021, the NEI further confirmed the benefits of this specific nutrient formula with the publication o f t h e 1 0 - Y e a r A R E D S 2 F o l l o w - o n Study Bausch + Lomb’s PreserVision® AREDS 2 Formula eye vitamin and mine r a l s u p p l e m e n t c o n t a i n s t h e e x a c t nutrient formula that is recommended by the NEI to help reduce the risk of m o d e r a t e - t o - a d v a n c e d A g e - r e l a t e d Macular Degeneration (AMD) progression (*This statement has not been e v a l u a t e d b y t h e F o o d a n d D r u g A d m i n i s t r a t i o n T h i s p r o d u c t i s n o t intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease)

“For nearly three decades, Bausch + Lomb has collaborated with the NEI to address the needs of the 11 million Americans who are impacted by this potentially debilitating condition,” said

RX bay systems hold up to 50% more product in the same space over conventional shelving, generating more profit to the bottom line

Retail Displays – Easy to Install, Easy to Use, Easy to Order Uniweb designs and creates various retail displays like wall panels, 4-ways,

Lomb enhanced its PreserVision AREDS 2 Formula eye vitamin with the launch of PreserVision AREDS 2 Formula soft gels with OCUSorb™ to offer the same clinically proven AREDS2 formula with better absorbing nutrients The company also launched PreserVision AREDS 2 Formula eye vitamins plus CoQ10, a new two-in-one formula to help support both eye and heart health

“Our enhanced PreserVision AREDS 2 Formula eye vitamin with OCUSorb offers the same clinically proven AREDS2 formula with better absorbing nutrients to help increase the amount of nutrients that circulate to the eyes, and because many people with AMD also have heart disease, our PreserVision AREDS 2 Formula eye vitamin with CoQ10 provides them with a convenient alternative to receive their eye and heart health nutrients daily,” Ferris said PreserVision AREDS 2 vitamins are a v a i l a b l e a t m o s t m a j o r r e t a i l e r s n a t i o n w i d e i n t h e v i t a

For more information, visit www preservision com or stop by Bungalow #12

n d o l a s , q u e u i n g l a n e s , c h e c k o u t counters and even food and beverage stations Uniweb also has a complete line of retrofit panels that will offer a total makeover with increased storage capacity, all in the same footprint

CVS Invests Over $3M in Organizations

Improving Health Outcomes in Phoenix

CVS Health announced more than $3 million in new grants to support organizations in Phoenix working to increase e q u i t a b l e a c c e s s t o h e a l t h c a r e , address social determinants of health and educate the community on the effects of air pollution This announcement was made during a Project Health event in Phoenix and included CVS Health leaders, community organizations and local officials

“ N o t w o c o m m u n i t i e s a r e t h e same,” said Sheryl Burke, Senior Vice P r e s i d e n t o f C o r p o r a t e S o c i a l Responsibility and Chief Sustainability Officer at CVS Health “That’s why we are constantly looking for ways to pull together all our community-based and s u s t a i n a b i l i t y e f f o r t s – l i k e h e r e in Phoenix – to make a meaningful impact and collaborate with organizations who know the community best to address the unique barriers to improvi n g h e a l t h o u t c o m e s W i t h n e a r l y 12,000 employees working across the state who deliver care through 187 pharmacies, dozens of MinuteClinic®, s p e c i a l t y p h a r m a c y a n d O a k S t r e e t H e a l t h ® l o c a t i o n s , a n d f o r a m i l l i o n Aetna® members, this is also a part of our continued work to invest in the communities where we live and work ”

Bridging a Critical Gap in The Health Care and Social Systems

With 65% of South Phoenix residents overweight or obese and knowing that 80% of healthcare costs are primarily due to preventable chronic diseases, CVS Health saw an opportunity to tailor its Health Zones initiative in Phoenix to address the high levels of diabetes and h y p e r t e n s i o n . T h e C V S H e a l t h Foundation is investing $2.1 million over three years between Valleywise H e a l t h , H o m e A s s i s t H e a l t h a n d A d v a n c e t o s u p p o r t i n t e g r a t e d d i abetes management services, including home health and monitoring, medically tailored food boxes and educational resources. By encouraging this more

c o n n e c t e d , c o o r d i n a t e d u s e o f resources between each Health Zone

o r g a n i z a t i o n , t h e c o m p a n y a i m s t o help simplify a complex care navigation process and bridge a critical gap in the health care and social systems

“ W e b e l i e v e t h a t t h e r i g h t resources can transform health outc o m e s f o r i n d i v i d u a l s , f a m i l i e s a n d communities, greatly reducing or eliminating generational health inequities for improved quality of life for patients in the Greater South Phoenix community,” said Dr Michelle Barker, Senior Vice President of Ambulatory Services and Chief Executive Officer of FQHC, V a l l e y w i s e H e a l t h “ T h i s v i s i o n a r y investment from CVS Health will allow our clinical teams and valued community partners, Home Assist Health and Advance, to wrap our arms around our most vulnerable patients and provide t h e m w i t h t h e c a r e , e d u c a t i o n a n d resources they need to live healthy lives ”

Collaborating to Educate the Community About Air Pollution

One in three Americans lives in a comm u n i t y w i t h u n h e a l t h y a i r l e v e l s , and Phoenix ranks among the most polluted cities in the United States for o z o n e a n d p a r t i c u l a t e p o l l u t i o n T h r o u g h a n e w c o l l a b o r a t i o n w i t h the American Lung Association, CVS Health is investing $3.5 million over four years nationwide to combat this h e a l t h i s s u e a n d w i l l p i l o t i t f i r s t in Phoenix. The company will distribute nearly $1 million of the $3.5 million project to support Phoenix health care providers and organizations working to expand educational resources, increase access to care and supportive services for individuals with lung disease and leverage local air quality data to raise awareness of where pollution is most concentrated. The Phoenix health care p r o v i d e r s a n d o r g a n i z a t i o n s w i l l b e named in April.

“Every day, we work with people whose lung health has been impacted b y c l i m a t e c h a n g e , ” s a i d H a r o l d

Wimmer, President and Chief Executive

Association “It is critical to address this in the communities that are seeing the g r e a t e s t i m p a c t , l i k e P h o e n i x , a n d we’re thankful to be working with the CVS Health Foundation on this innovative project to improve the health of people in Phoenix who are living with lung disease ”

Increasing Access to Mental Health and Free Screening Services

C V S H e a l t h a l s o r e c e n t l y a w a r d e d a $100,000 grant over two years to support the Phoenix Indian Center‘s efforts to fund its Suicide-Safer Communities project, which will expand its suicide p r e v e n t i o n s e r v i c e s f o r N a t i v e Americans living in Phoenix As studies continue to show that suicide is among t h e l e a d i n g c a u s e s o f d e a t h i n t h e United States, bolstering the Phoenix Indian Center’s efforts is part of the company’s continued commitment to supporting organizations that improve the quality and availability of mental h e a l t h s e r v i c e s i n u n d e r - r e s o u r c e d communities

In addition to these new grants, CVS Health will offer free health screeni n g s t o t h e P h o e n i x c o m m u n i t y through its Project Health program, s t a r t i n g i n M a r c h . P r o j e c t H e a l t h mobile unit events are hosted at CVS Pharmacy parking lots and a vast network of local organizations to help ensure transportation is not a barrier to receiving health services. They offer f r e e b i o m e t r i c s c r e e n i n g s , i n c l u d i n g blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose level and body mass index to detect early risks of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension and heart disease. The screenings also offer a PHQ-2 a s s e s s m e n t t o h e l p i d e n t i f y p e o p l e who require additional evaluation for depression. All individuals have an onsite consult with a nurse practitioner and are provided a directory of local health care providers and resources. In 2023, CVS Health hosted 109 events in Phoenix and screened 2,814 participants, including 1,022 depression, 715 osteoporosis bone density, 581 minicognitive and 126 smoking cessation c o n s u l t a t i o n s T h e f u l l s c h e d u l e o f P r o j e c t H e a l t h e v e n t s c a n b e found online

“ A p e r s o n ’ s z i p c o d e s h o u l d n ’ t d e t e r m i n e h o w l o n g t h e y ’ l l l i v e o r whether they’ll develop preventable c h r o n i c d i s e a s e s , ” s a i d P h o e n i x

C o u n c i l w o m a n L a u r a P a s t o r “ T h a t ’ s w h y I ’ m p r o u d o f t h e o v e r $ 3 million investment CVS Health is making over the next three years to support d i a b e t e s m a n a g e m e n t s e r v i c e s a n d increase access to care and education

f o r i n d i v i d u a l s w i t h l u n g d i s e a s e s throughout Phoenix As someone who h a s a l w a y s a d v o c a t e d f o r e q u i t a b l e access to health care, I am impressed by the commitment CVS Health continues to show the community by removing barriers and meeting people where they’re at to deliver health care ”

Babson Diagnostics to Launch

Transformative Blood Testing Service with Leading Retailers

B a b s o n D i a g n o s t i c s , a s c i e n c e - f i r s t h e a l t h t e c h n o l o g y c o m p a n y , a n n o u n c e d t h a t i t w i l l l a u n c h

B e t t e r W a y b l o o d t e s t i n g w i t h t h r e e r e t a i l p a r t n e r s i n A u s t i n a n d S a n Antonio. BetterWay brings blood testing into the 21st century, making it less invasive, more convenient and accessible for consumers

B a b s o n i s l a u n c h i n g B e t t e r W a y with H-E-B, one of the nation’s largest i n d e p e n d e n t l y o w n e d s u p e r m a r k e t chains, and two independent pharmacies in the Austin metro area, Peoples Rx and Lake Hills Pharmacy BetterWay will be available at select pharmacy locations in the Austin and San Antonio metro areas beginning in July “ B l o o d t e s t i n g h a s n ’ t c h a n g e d much in over 70 years,” said David Stein, Babson’s Chief Executive Officer “We intentionally designed BetterWay to create a better patient experience in c o n v e n i e n t r e t a i l l o c a t i o n s W e a r e excited to introduce BetterWay with t h r e e p a r t n e r s k e e n l y f o c u s e d o n improving access to needed healthcare services in their communities ”

B l o o d t e s t i n g i s a n e s s e n t i a l m e di c a l s e r v i c e t h a t i n f o r m s 7 0 % o f c l i n ic a l d e c i s i o n - m a k i n g Y e t , u p t o 4 0 % o f p e o p l e r e p o r t s k i p p i n g r e c o m m e n de d t e s t i n g T o m e e t t h e n e e d s o f c o ns u m e r s f o r a m o r e m o d e r n , c o n v e ni e n t e x p e r i e n c e , B a b s o n c r e a t e d a f i r s t - o f - i t s - k i n d h y b r i d a p p r o a c h t o b l o o d t e s t i n g t h a t d e m o c r a t i z e s s m a l l - v o l u m e c o l l e c t i o n a n d c e n t r a li z e s a n a l y s i s C l i n i c i a n s c a n e a s i l y p l a c e o r d e r s f o r t e s t i n g u s e d f o r p a t i e n t c a r e , d i a g n o s i s , a n d t r e a tm e n t , a n d c l i n i c i a n - o r d e r e d t e s t i n g i s e l i g i b l e f o r i n s u r a n c e c o v e r a g e C u s t o m e r s c a n a l s o o r d e r t e s t s d i r e c tl y t h r o u g h a c o n v e n i e n t e - c o m m e r c e e x p e r i e n c e

Bringing Retail Convenience to Blood Testing

BetterWay fits seamlessly into the pharmacy workflow and enables trained pharmacy staff to offer a robust menu o f b l o o d t e s t i n g t o s u p p o r t a n n u a l w e l l n e s s e x a m s , c h r o n i c c o n d i t i o n management and screenings

“We have over 40 years of history serving the Austin community, continually offering new ways for consumers t o m a n a g e t h e i r h e a l t h , ” said Nicola Trevis, Pharmacy Director at Peoples Rx, which has four locations

“We are proud to be among the first pharmacies in the nation to offer convenient, medically accurate blood testing, building on our tradition of innovation BetterWay is a perfect fit with o u r c o m p r e h e n s i v e , i n t e g r a t e d approach to wellness, giving people

the information they need to get and stay healthy.”

The introduction of BetterWay also recognizes the growing role of pharmacies in providing comprehensive, personalized care. Pharmacies are filling a vital role in the community by increasing access to important health screenings, immunizations and physical exams in addition to their traditional services of filling prescriptions and supporting patients with medication counseling

“ B y e m b r a c i n g i n n o v a t i o n s l i k e BetterWay, pharmacists are set to alleviate strains on the healthcare system a n d o f f e r a c c e s s i b l e , e f f i c i e n t s o l utions that contribute to a more integ r a t e d a n d r e s p o n s i v e h e a l t h c a r e e x p e r i e n c e , ” s a i d J o b b y J o h n , M a n a g i n g P a r t n e r a t L a k e H i l l s Pharmacy and President-elect of the T e x a s P h a r m a c y A s s o c i a t i o n “ T h i s approach not only meets the commun i t y ’ s i m m e d i a t e n e e d s b u t a l s o a d d r e s s e s b r o a d e r c h a l l e n g e s i n accessibility and management, marking a pivotal shift to a more resilient healthcare infrastructure ”

K e y t e c h n o l o g i e s o f t h e B e t t e r W a y blood testing ecosystem include:

• A n F D A - a p p r o v e d c o l l e c t i o n device that enables trained healthcare workers to collect a high-quality, peasized amount of blood with a simple f i n g e r s t i c k W i t h o u t t h e n e e d f o r a phlebotomist, Babson can bring medically accurate blood testing to new, more convenient settings such as community pharmacies A unique handwarming technology supports the collection of high-quality blood samples from a fingertip

• A patented microsample preparation device and pre-coded microsample tubes that eliminate the need for the pharmacy team to label and prepare samples The Babson device automates all sample preparation steps, including mixing and centrifugation, while maintaining optimal temperature and light control to protect sample quality Manual handling and preparation in conventional testing introduce human error that impacts sample quality

• High-quality analysis at Babson’s CLIA-certified, CAP-accredited laboratory in Austin that is purpose-built to test microsamples The lab uses market-leading analyzers and the latest d i a g n o s t i c t e c h n o l o g y t o p r o d u c e medically accurate results that clinicians and consumers can trust

Babson is in discussions with other retail pharmacies to expand BetterWay nationwide

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Beauty, Launches in Major Retailers

A cutting-edge innovation in peptideinfused hair care has arrived and is l a u n c h i n g i n - s t o r e a n d o n l i n e a t national and regional retailers, includi n g T a r g e t a n d W a l m a r t V & C o B e a u t y i s a f i r s t - e v e r c o l l e c t i o n o f

shampoos and conditioners, powered by scientific innovation and rooted in targeted hair health that caters to the distinctive needs of each type and texture The curated vegan and crueltyf r e e p r o d u c t s e l e c t i o n a l l o w s c o nsumers to level up their routine with four targeted shampoo and conditione r o p t i o n s : W a v y , S t r a i g h t , C u r l y a n d T h i c k e n i n g , e m p o w e ri n g h e a l t h y h a i r j o u rneys and inspiring individuality.

P e p t i d e s h a v e become a staple across skin care and supplem e n t s b e c a u s e t h e y c a n h e l p d e l i v e r r e a l , u n r i v a l e d r e s u l t s . H o w e v e r , t h e r e h a v e been little to no options i n t h e h a i r c a r e a i s l e that leveraged their deeply reparative b e n e f i t s – u n t i l n o w . V & C o . Beauty’s Proprietary Peptide Blend is a carefully crafted fusion of peptides, amino acids, proteins and vitamins –finally treating scalp and hair to the s a m e q u a l i t y a n d e f f i c a c y t h a t w e extend to skin care. From boosting hydration to increasing volume, intensifying shine, fortifying strength and adding an extra layer of protection, the peptides can go beyond the surface to help accentuate the best aspects of each individual hair type

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every person to achieve a healthy relat i o n s h i p a n d c o n f i d e n t c o n n e c t i o n with their hair. We truly love what we do and the proof is in every bottle.”

V & C o . B e a u t y S h a m p o o s & Conditioners retail for $7.99 – $8.99 e a c h / 1 2 o z i n - s t o r e a n d o n l i n e a t T a r g e t , W a l m a r t , a l l S a f e w a y a n d Albertsons banners, Meijer, H-E-B, Stop + S h o p , W a k e F e r n , I n g l e s , H a r r i s Teeter, Food City, Associated Foods and Woodman’s Market

The V&Co Beauty team is committed to making the world a better and more sustainable place for generations to come, one beautiful head of hair at a time It all begins with the elimination of harmful chemicals such as parabens and sulfates from the products This commitment to health and well-being also extends to Mother Nature, with the formulas housed in custom, one-ofa-kind bottles, made from up to 65% recycled materials

V&Co Beauty is a family founded a n d m u l t i - g e n e r a t i o n a l r u n t e a m , headed by father-son team, Tom and Mike Redmond The Redmond family are serial entrepreneurs within the hair care industry, having founded beloved household name brands like Aussie Hair Care and Renpure Mike and Tom noticed peptides sweeping skin care aisles and were inspired to research their benefits for hair, alongside their seasoned scientific team

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Amazon Pharmacy Offering Same-Day Delivery in NYC and L.A. Area

A m a z o n P h a r m a c y h a s r o l l e d o u t same-day delivery of prescription medi c a t i o n i n N e w Y o r k C i t y a n d t h e greater L A area, with plans to expand the service to more than a dozenv U S cities by the end of the year Customers in Austin, Indianapolis, Miami, Phoenix and Seattle can already access SameD a y D e l i v e r y , w h i l e c u s t o m e r s i n College Station, Texas, can get their m e d i c a t i o n s d e l i v e r e d i n u n d e r a n hour via drone

“By bringing Amazon Pharmacy’s deliveries into our existing world-class logistics network, Amazon is building the fastest and most convenient service for the home delivery of prescript i o n m e d i c a t i o n s , ” s a i d D o u g Herrington, Chief Executive Officer of W o r l d w i d e A m a z o n S t o r e s . “ T h e s e faster delivery speeds will be a game changer when you or your family need your medications quickly.”

Amazon Pharmacy is using new small-format facilities, stocked with the m o s t c o m m o n p r e s c r i p t i o n m e d i c ations for acute conditions, to get medications closer to where customers live. For example, Amazon Pharmacy’s new small-format facility in Brooklyn carries a subset of the more than 12,000 medications available from Amazon.com, with a focus on supporting urgent-care needs. The pharmacist and fulfillment team at the site can process a prescription within a matter of minutes rather than hours or days.

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l i t t l e d i f f e r e n t l y I n t r a f f i c - j a m m e d Manhattan, for example, delivery worke r s r i d i n g e c o - f r i e n d l y e - b i k e s m a y drop off medications at a customer’s door In College Station, home to Texas A&M University, drones may be used to fly medications to a customer in less than an hour In greater Los Angeles and other suburban areas, Rivian allelectric vans or other commercial vehicles may make their way to customers’ doors Amazon Pharmacy selects the best delivery method for each location to get prescriptions to customers when they need them most

Delivery of prescription medication has existed since the 1940s, yet it accounts for just 10% of U S pharmacy orders. Amazon Pharmacy is mode r n i z i n g t h e h o m e - d e l i v e r y e x p e r ience by reducing delivery speeds to hours in some cases, which outperforms the industry standard of up to two weeks, providing real-time delivery updates and allowing customers to manage acute conditions like the flu from home. Research suggests that patients are more likely to take their medicine when it’s delivered to their d o o r , w h i c h c o r r e l a t e s w i t h b e t t e r health outcomes.

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D e l i v e r y s e r v i c e i s u s i n g g e n e r a t i v e artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to help pharmacists fill prescriptions more quickly and accurately

F o r e x a m p l e , w h e n h a n d w r i t t e n o r online prescriptions come in, Amazon’s AI models undertake a series of factchecking tasks that help ensure pharm a c i s t s r e c e i v e c l e a r a n d a c c u r a t e information

AI can streamline prep work that historically would take hours down to mere minutes or even seconds, and r e d u c e a d m i n i s t r a t i v e e r r o r s , n o t e d Kelvin Downes, Director of Fulfillment for Amazon Pharmacy

“AI doesn’t replace the role of the pharmacist; it allows them to operate at the top of their license,” Downes said. “Rather than doing duplicative work, pharmacists can use the skills they went to school for to deliver better patient experiences.”

According to Downes, no prescription leaves a fulfillment center without a pharmacist having verified that it includes the right medicine, strength, dosage, quantity, and address label.

To support prescription medication drone delivery, Amazon Pharmacy and Prime Air co-created a new fulfillment process to ensure hyperfast delivery. The pharmacy and fulfillment center are connected, allowing the phar-

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“We built out a new fulfillment syst e m b y i n t e g r a t i n g a f u l l y l i c e n s e d pharmacy into existing logistics operations and smaller sites,” Downes said “ P r e s c r i p t i o n m e d i c a t i o n p r o c e s s i n g time is shrinking with AI on the back end and automation and new microm o b i l i t y t e c h n o l o g i e s o n t h e f r o n t end,” said Downes

That’s true for larger sites, where robotic arms assist in filling, labeling and sending prescriptions for pharmacist inspection in as few as 30 seconds (manually it would take handlers at least three minutes), and it’s the case with the new small-format pharmacies that are enabling Same-Day Delivery in a growing number of cities

As Amazon Pharmacy continues to integrate AI and new technologies to speed care, one goal remains front and center: helping customers save time and money so they can focus on their lives.

“I lead a busy life between my business and family,” said Zack Streit, a partner in a bustling Los Angeles commercial real estate firm and a father of two. Streit had tried fee-based mailorder and home-delivery services from other pharmacies but found their wait t i m e s u n r e l i a b l e . W h e n h e l e a r n e d

Amazon Pharmacy offers Prime members free, two-day prescription delivery on their first order, followed by free monthly or quarterly delivery of recurring medications, he transferred his prescription to Amazon.

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recent years and Liquid I.V. is delivering.

The Sugar-Free product is more hydrating than water alone, with eight vitamins and nutrients and three times the electrolytes of the leading sports drinks – without the sugar and artificial sweeteners. Liquid I.V.’s first-of-its-kind allulose amino acid blend is Osmolabs Certified, and the first allulose-based product in the market launched at scale.

Allulose is a rare, naturally occurring sweetener found in certain fruits including jackfruit, figs and raisins. It

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energy efficiency

The EPA recognizes manufacturing sites that reduce their energy intensity by a minimum of 10% within five years

• Operating a single boiler and taking a back-up boiler out of standby operation to reduce overall natural gas consumption

CDD: How does embecta support the diabetes care community?

GB: We share a sense of urgency to advance diabetes care with those who are similarly focused on this goal, from p e o p l e l i v i n g w i t h d i a b e t e s t o t h e healthcare providers, caregivers and advocacy organizations that support them Together, we can help increase awareness, improve access and educ a t e t h e c o m m u n i t y a b o u t p r o p e r i n j e c t i o n t e c h n i q u e s a n d c o n s i d e r ations We also work closely with our c u s t o m e r s , i n c l u d i n g h e a l t h c a r e providers and pharmacists, to ensure p e o p l e o n i n j e c t i o n t h e r a p y h a v e access to the information and tools they need We developed a free app, embassador™ Companion 24/7, to provide educational content, personalized health management tools, diabetesfriendly recipes and more Even the

Camber Consumer Care, the OTC division, expanded its offerings recentl y w i t h n a p r o x e n s o d i u m t a b l e t s Additionally, the company increased private-label and bulk-order capacity to meet the rising demand from retailers The OTC product range emphasizes allergy, pain and gastrointestinal relief

Camber Pharmaceuticals operates as a fully integrated pharmaceutical company Its parent company, Hetero,

best insulin delivery methods may not be effective if used improperly; that’s why we believe education, tools and support are critical to helping all people with diabetes

CDD: What role do pharmacists play in education?

GB: Research has found that a signific a n t n u m b e r o f p e o p l e w h o i n j e c t insulin reuse their needles Excessive needle reuse, along with not rotating i n j e c t i o n s i t e s , p u t s p a t i e n t s a t a n i n c r e a s e d r i s k o f l i p o h y p e r t r o p h y –lumps of tissue under the skin that a f f e c t t h e b o d y ’ s a b i l i t y t o a b s o r b insulin Pharmacists have an important role to play by ensuring that their customers have an adequate supply of needles to support their injection experience

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based in Hyderabad, India, is recognized as one of the world's leading m a n u f a c t u r e r s o f A P I s a n d F D F s Committed to enhancing consumers' quality of life through cost-effective medications, Camber continues to prioritize delivering high-quality generic pharmaceuticals

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has the same sweet taste as table sugar but does not raise blood glucose levels like table sugar. The result is delicious, energizing and refreshing hydration.

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In addition to superior hydration, Liquid I.V. Sugar-Free’s flavor selections b e c a m e i n s t a n t c o n s u m e r f a v o r i t e s . Sugar-Free is available in White Peach, Lemon Lime, Green Grape – and the

• More carefully managing the boiler burn rate when the mill’s paper machines are down for an extended time

• Monitoring natural gas costs versus electricity costs and purchasing electricity from the local utility when it is more cost effective than generating electricity onsite

“This is a great achievement by our Crossett team, and I am very proud of the work they have done these past t h r e e y e a r s , ” s a i d D e b C o d u t o , t h e

Crossett mill’s Vice President and Mill

M a n a g e r “ T h i s a w a r d a l i g n s w i t h Georgia-Pacific and the Crossett mill’s

w h i t e n , p o l i s h a n d h e l p p r o t e c t t e e t h f r o m f u t u r e s t a i n s C o n s u m e r s c a n e n j o y w h i t e r , b r i g h t e r t e e t h w i t h t h e s e n s i t i v i t y p r o t e c t i o n t h e y c a n t r u s t f r o m S e n s o d y n e , t h e N o 1 d e n t i s tr e c o m m e n d e d t o o t h p a s t e b r a n d f o r s e n s i t i v e t e e t h

newest additions to the line, Raspberry M e l o n a n d R a i n b o w S h e r b e r t . Consumers also love that Liquid I.V. Sugar-Free serving sticks offer an excellent source of five essential vitamins: B3, B5, B6, B12 and Vitamin C.

Powered by LIV HYDRASCIENCE™, Liquid I.V. is designed with an optimized ratio of electrolytes, essential vitamins and clinically tested nutrients to turn ordinary water into extraordinary hydration.

The Hydration Multiplier in SugarFree reduces barriers to wellness for individuals conscious of sugar intake

environmental stewardship goals, and we continue challenging ourselves to find more ways to reduce our energy intensity "

Georgia-Pacific's parent company Koch Industries Inc has earned the EPA’s ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award five times, maintaining its status in ENERGY STAR's Sustained Excellence category And the Crossett mill joins other Georgia-Pacific facilities such as L e a f R i v e r C e l l u l o s e m i l l i n N e w Augusta, Mississippi, and its container-

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a n d a l l o w s t h e m t o e x p e r i e n c e enhanced hydration. In addition, like other Hydration Multiplier offerings, Sugar-Free is non-GMO, vegan, gluten free, dairy free and soy free.

With Liquid I.V. Sugar-Free, wellness-conscious consumers now have a new scientifically and clinically tested z e r o - s u g a r h y d r a t i o n s o l u t i o n t h a t ’ s convenient and easily accessible online and at tens of thousands of retail outlets nationwide.

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b o a r d m i l l i n B r e w t o n , A l a b a m a , in receiving recognition from ENERGY STAR for its sustainability initiatives

The Crossett mill is among five Georgia-Pacific facilities in Arkansas Georgia-Pacific employs 1,760 people throughout the state, and the company has made $867 million in capital i n v e s t m e n t s a n d a c q u i s i t i o n s s i n c e 2013

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