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USDA FSIS offers four food safety tips to ensure a healthy and safe holiday

WASHINGTON, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Christmas, Kwanzaa, and Hanukah all fall within three days of each other this year. As friends and families gather together this season, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food Safety Inspection Service has four food safety tips to ensure a healthy and safe holiday. Even on Holidays, Always Follow the…
December 28, 20160Comments

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Gold Medal Packing Inc. recalls boneless veal products that may be contaminated with E. coli

WASHINGTON, 2016-Dec-28 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gold Medal Packing Inc., a Rome, N.Y. establishment, is recalling approximately 4,607 pounds of boneless veal products that may be contaminated with E. coli O26 and O45, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today (Dec. 23, 2016). The veal trim and top bottom…
December 28, 20160Comments

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Fundación EROSKI forma a cerca de 65.000 escolares en hábitos de alimentación y vida saludables durante este primer trimestre escolar

Fundación EROSKI forma a cerca de 65.000 escolares en hábitos de alimentación y vida saludables durante este primer trimestre escolar   El 5% de los centros escolares de Educación Primaria de España han participado en el programa en este primer trimestre del curso La iniciativa, desarrollada en colaboración con centros escolares de toda España, busca…
December 28, 20160Comments

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USDA issues updated information on food product labeling and new guidance aimed at reducing food waste

Encourages Industry to use “Best if Used By” on Product Labels WASHINGTON, 2016-Dec-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) today ( Dec. 14, 2016) issued updated information on food product labeling, including new guidance aimed at reducing food waste through encouraging food manufacturers and retailers…
December 19, 20160Comments

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Naloxone opioid overdose-reversal drug now available without prescription at all CVS Pharmacy locations in Nevada

WOONSOCKET, R.I., , 2016-Dec-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) announced today (December 14, 2016) that the opioid overdose-reversal medication naloxone is now available without a prescription at all CVS Pharmacy locations in Nevada. CVS Health has established a standing order with physicians in Nevada that allows CVS Pharmacy to expand access to…
December 19, 20160Comments

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NACS survey: Americans more likely to go out and shop this holiday season compared to previous years

​ALEXANDRIA, Va., 2016-Dec-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — The continued economic optimism that is driving the stock market to new highs may have the same effect on holiday shopping and travel, according to the results of a new national consumer survey released by the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS). A record 60% of U.S. fuel consumers…
December 15, 20160Comments

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PetSmart shares advice for keeping pets safe, healthy and happy this holiday season

PHOENIX, 2016-Dec-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — The holiday season is synonymous with family gatherings, dinner parties, gift openings and plenty of festive food, which can pose some challenges for pets. Lisa Darling, DVM, PetSmart's resident veterinarian and pet care expert, shares advice for keeping pets safe, healthy and happy this holiday season and throughout the cold…
December 15, 20160Comments

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Transform Diabetes Care™: CVS Health new program to improve health outcomes and lower pharmacy costs

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2016-Dec-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) today ( December 13, 2016) introduced Transform Diabetes Care™, a new program available to help the company's pharmacy benefit management (PBM) clients improve the health outcomes of their members, lower pharmacy costs through aggressive trend management and decrease medical costs by improving medication adherence,…
December 14, 20160Comments

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Carrefour invites the general public behind the scenes at its 220 hypermarkets

Boulogne-Billancourt, 2016-Dec-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the second year running, Carrefour will be opening its doors and inviting the general public to have a look at what goes on behind the scenes at its 220 hypermarkets. An event scheduled for 7 December that will immerse customers in day-to-day hypermarket life through a series of…
December 9, 20160Comments

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CVS Pharmacy reminds customers to protect themselves from flu in support of National Influenza Vaccination Week

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2016-Dec-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — During National Influenza Vaccination Week (Dec. 4-10), CVS Pharmacy is reminding families nationwide that it's not too late to receive a flu shot to protect themselves from the flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) established National Influenza Vaccination Week in 2005 to emphasize the importance…
December 7, 20160Comments

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USDA FSIS proposing to amend the nutrition labeling regulations for meat and poultry products

WASHINGTON, 2016-Dec-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) today (Dec. 1, 2016) proposed a critical step in ensuring that consumers have updated nutritional information for meat and poultry products, helping Americans make better informed decisions when purchasing meat and poultry products. FSIS is proposing to…
December 5, 20160Comments

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Argos’ Furby Connect Parents Survival Guide and Furbish Dictionary available to download

Parents’ guide created for Furby Connect Furbish dictionary available for owners to brush up on the lingo Milton Keynes, UK, 2016-Dec-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Still going strong after almost a decade in the toy business, the latest Furby – Furby Connect – is the cleverest one yet. Lauded by many as one of…
December 5, 20160Comments

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FMI releases its inaugural consumer analysis, The Power of Fresh Prepared/Deli

Research Explores Opportunities for a $24 Billion Category with Unprecedented Growth  CHICAGO, IL, 2016-Dec-01 — /EPR Retail News/ — Food Marketing Institute (FMI) released its inaugural analysis, The Power of Fresh Prepared/Deli, which explores fresh prepared and deli foods through the eyes of the consumer. Grounded in Nielsen data, the research outlines how the supermarket industry…
December 1, 20160Comments

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Currys PC World study reveals six in ten of UK parents regularly call on kids for IT advice

LONDON, 2016-Nov-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — Puzzled parents go "cap in hand" to their kids for IT advice three times a month on average, a study from Currys PC World has found. The poll by the UK’s leading electrical retailer revealed two-thirds of the nation’s mums and dads admit to struggling with technology and six…
November 24, 20160Comments

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SPAR Partners keeps connection with customers through its magazines

Amsterdam, The Netherlands, 2016-Nov-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR customers enjoy news and recipes featured in online magazines and our SPAR Partners are meeting this need and developing and communicating with customers in a variety of ways. The publication of online magazines is gaining popularity, ensuring that customers can search recipes and keep themselves…
November 24, 20160Comments

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Walgreens announces availability of opioid antidote naloxone in all of its Louisiana pharmacies

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2016-Nov-24 — /EPR Retail News/ — As part of its comprehensive national plan to combat drug abuse, Walgreens today (November 22, 2016) announced it has made naloxone, a lifesaving opioid antidote, available without a prescription in all of its Louisiana pharmacies in accordance with state pharmacy regulations. Naloxone is now more accessible and easier…
November 24, 20160Comments

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Retailers: state anti-surcharge laws are not consumer-protection legislation

Arlington , VA, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (11/22/2016) the Retail Litigation Center (RLC) joined by the Retail Council of New York State, Florida Retail Federation and the Food Marketing Institute filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme Court in Expressions Hair Designs vs. Schneiderman. The case takes up the issue of whether…
November 23, 20160Comments

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HUI Research’s The Christmas Gift of the Year 2016: The VR glasses

HUI Research’s The Christmas Gift of the Year 2016: The VR glasses   Stockholm Sweden, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — We live in a digital era with constantly new technique and products as well as in a society where we demand reinforced experiences i every situation. The Christmas Gift of the Year 2016 is The VR glasses. Virtual…
November 23, 20160Comments

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USDA FSIS offers tips for a food safe Thanksgiving

WASHINGTON, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — This week millions of Americans will gather family and friends around the dinner table to give thanks. But for those preparing the meal, it can be a stressful time. Not to mention, for many it is the largest meal they have cooked all year, leaving plenty of room for…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Kmart Pharmacy becomes a preferred partner in many 2017 Medicare Part D plans

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Many Medicare Part D members can now turn to Kmart Pharmacy as their 2017 preferred provider for pharmaceutical needs. Medicare Part D members can receive substantial savings in their copays, including copays as low as $1, when they fill their prescriptions through a preferred network pharmacy such…
November 23, 20160Comments

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Sainsbury’s introduces new round Whole-wheat Biscuits that fit perfectly in your cereal bowl

Sainsbury’s introduces new round Whole-wheat Biscuits that fit perfectly in your cereal bowl   London, 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — We have often overlooked it, but why is our favourite breakfast cereal oblong, if our bowls are round? You can never quite get that even consistency to your toppings and there is always a bit that’s just…
November 23, 20160Comments

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NRF survey: more than half of consumers have already started buying holiday gifts

WASHINGTON, 2016-Nov-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — With the middle of the holiday season approaching and shoppers eager to take advantage of early promotions from retailers, more than half of consumers have already started making dents in their holiday gift lists, according to the annual mid-season survey released today (November 21, 2016) by the National Retail…
November 22, 20160Comments

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New World Kaikoura gained an interesting insight into what customers buy in times of crisis

Auckland, New Zealand, 2016-Nov-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — As the Kaikoura community tries to get back to some semblance of normality following last week’s earthquakes the team at New World Kaikoura have gained an interesting insight into what customers buy in times of crisis. Steve Anderson, CEO, Foodstuffs South Island Ltd says, “While you’d expect…
November 22, 20160Comments

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Boston Retail Partners 2016 Merchandise Planning Survey

Survey of Leading Retailers Reveal that Planning Organizations are not Ready for Unified Commerce Boston, MA, 2016-Nov-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — According to a new report from Boston Retail Partners (BRP), savvy retailers know their current planning tools are not capable of supporting the unified commerce environment necessary to satisfy today’s customers. According to the…
November 19, 20160Comments

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Survey: 71 percent of food retailers aggressively investing in areas to improve food donations

Barriers Remain that Limit their Ability to both Donate Unsaleable Food and Recycle Food Waste  ARLINGTON, VA, 2016-Nov-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — Food Marketing Institute (FMI), a member of the Food Waste Reduction Alliance (FWRA), is proud to join with its collaborative partners in the release of the 2016 assessment of the industry’s contributions to…
November 19, 20160Comments

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Macy’s launches The Santa Project, a nationwide movement to fill Internet with positive affirmations of belief

Macy’s launches The Santa Project, a nationwide movement to fill Internet with positive affirmations of belief   Macy’s aims to curtail Internet cynicism by filling it with optimistic expressions of belief this holiday season NEW YORK, 2016-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — As part of its annual Believe campaign, Macy’s today (Nov. 14, 2016) launches The Santa Project, a…
November 16, 20160Comments

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American Cancer Society and CVS Health Foundation initiative support college and university campuses go smoke- and tobacco-free

ATLANTA, 2016-Nov-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The American Cancer Society and the CVS Health Foundation today awarded grants to 20 U.S. colleges and universities as part of their Tobacco-Free Generation Campus Initiative (TFGCI), a $3.6 million multi-year program intended to accelerate and expand the adoption and implementation of 100 percent smoke- and tobacco-free campus policies.…
November 14, 20160Comments

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Foodstuffs announces status of New World, PAK’nSAVE and Four Square stores in Wellington and Canterbury regions post earthquake

Auckland, New Zealand, 2016-Nov-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — We would like to advise customers that outside of the affected area’s all New World, PAK’nSAVE and Four Square stores are open and operational as normal. Stores have plenty of product on the shelf and it is business as usual – we encourage customers to shop…
November 14, 20160Comments

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