Where the issues, people and behind the scenes of the self-care industry happen. Hear from staff, industry thought leaders and those who pioneered some of the brands we know and love.
Today, more than 80% of Americans use natural products such as nutraceuticals and dietary supplements. And these industries continue to rapidly grow. Proof of effectiveness has never been more important, but of course, that's sometimes easier said than done and one size doesn't necessarily fit all. The opportunity to bring inclusion and diversity principles into medical research and to personalize products to an increasingly diverse population has the potential to enable better public health policies and access to treatments. In today's podcast we'll dive deep into the movement towards personalized, data-backed health and wellness treatments. With special guests: Pelin Thorogood, Co-founder & Executive Chair, Radicle Science and Susan Hewlings, Vice President of Research Affairs, Radicle Science Hosted by: Allegra Bartscherer, Former Director of Member Engagement and Marketing, CHPA
PatientPoint's 2023 Patient Confidence Index reveals that four in ten Americans avoid doctor's visits due to anxiety or fear. In this episode, Health In Hand Foundation Executive Director Mary Leonard and PatientPoint's Chief Client Officer Linda Ruschau discuss the importance of education to drive empowerment and informed decision-making. Tune in to learn about the important role healthcare providers and manufacturers play to build trust with patients for better health outcomes. With special guest: Linda Ruschau, Chief Client Officer, PatientPoint Hosted by: Mary Leonard, Executive Director, Health in Hand Foundation
In this episode, we shed light on the critical importance of state-level politics in the consumer healthcare industry. Discover how state actions can influence policies, innovate solutions, and even pave the way for federal decisions. Gain insights into the value of collaboration among CHPA members to advocate for the industry's interests at the state level. All this, and more, on today's episode of CHPA Chat. With special guest: Carlos Gutiérrez, Vice President, State & Local Government Affairs, CHPA Hosted by: Allegra Bartscherer, Director of Member Engagement and Marketing, CHPA
Step into the world of CES and explore the cutting-edge innovations in digital health. Join industry experts as they discuss the trends, highlights, and transformative potential of digital health showcased at CES. From wearable devices to connected apps and sustainable technologies, dive into the future of healthcare and the exciting possibilities it holds for self-care. More Information: Mike Tringale's title is now Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs at CHPA. With special guests: Marcia Howard, Vice President, Regulatory & Scientific Affairs, CHPA , James Barickman, President & CEO, Infirst Healthcare Inc. and Pete Borsuk, President & Chief Financial Officer, Lansinoh Laboratories Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, CHPA; and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation and Mike Tringale, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, CHPA
Americans are placing 65% more prioritization on self-care since the pandemic rocked our world – and consumers need answers. The CHPA Educational Foundation delivered by launching Health In Hand, a new, consumer facing website on self-care product information. Today we discuss what's changed and importantly improved with this resource and how critical it is to provide accessible information to anyone, regardless of health literacy level. More Information: Health in Hand With special guest: Brandon Ciampaglia, Senior Digital Content & Campaign Manager, CHPA Educational Foundation Hosted by: Mary Leonard, Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
Today, Élan Sudberg, CEO of Alkemist Labs, joins CHPA's Duffy MacKay for an in depth discussion of herbs and botanical testing. Herbs are an important and growing category for dietary supplements, foods, and even cosmetics. When herbs are further processed into botanical dietary supplements, they can be complex products that require extra care in sourcing, manufacturing, and testing. Learn more on today's episode of CHPA Chat. With special guest: Élan Sudberg, CEO, Alkemist Labs Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, CHPA; and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation and Duffy MacKay, Senior Vice President, Dietary Supplements, CHPA
Herbs and spices have been part of commerce for thousands and thousands of years, and so have bad actors that substitute less expensive plant material for authentic plants. This practice known as botanical adulteration, has impacted the dietary supplement supply chain. But an industry initiative led by three leading nonprofits has developed a large scale program to reduce ingredient and product adulteration. Learn more on this episode of CHPA Chat. More Information: Botanical Adulterants Prevention Program Health in Hand With special guests: Mark Blumenthal, Founder & Executive Director, American Botanical Council and Stefan Gafner, Chief Science Officer, American Botanical Council Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, CHPA; and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation and Duffy MacKay, Senior Vice President, Dietary Supplements, CHPA
Ellen Guritzky and Anousheh Alavi from Haleon, with CHPA's Anita Brikman, discuss the importance of preserving gum health to avoid tooth loss. They explain how plaque buildup can lead to more serious conditions and stress the importance of compliance and commitment to oral care as part of self-care at home. Catch the full conversation on this episode of CHPA Chat. With special guests: Ellen Guritzky, Medical Affairs Senior Scientist – Oral Care: North America, Haleon and Anousheh Alavi, Global Medical Affairs Director, Oral Health, Haleon Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, CHPA; and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
If you are in the consumer healthcare industry, you probably know about GMPs, or Good Manufacturing Practices. But what do they specifically mean when it comes to dietary supplements, and how do VMS companies prepare for an FDA inspection? More Information: CHPA Chat: The History of DSHEA and Its Founding Mothers and Fathers With special guests: Larisa Pavlick, Senior Director, Product Quality and Technical Affairs, CHPA, Josh Long, Associate Editorial Director, Natural Products Insider, Informa Markets Health and Nutrition, and Asa Waldstein, Principal, Supplement Advisory Group Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, CHPA; and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
Millions of Americans rely on over-the-counter medicines known as OTCs to treat conditions such as allergies, sleep issues, or pain. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, OTCs have become an even more essential part of the treatment toolbox as people increasingly look for cost effective ways to take greater control of their health. Today, we're going to take a look at the value created by OTC medicines to the US healthcare system as we walk through some of the top findings from CHPA's latest OTC value study, Note: IRI has since changed its name to Circana With special guests: Kristin Hornberger EVP, Practice Leader Consumer Healthcare, Circana Mindy Albuck, Principal and Team Lead, Client Insights, Circana David Spangler, Senior Vice President, Legal, Government Affairs & Policy, CHPA Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, CHPA; and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
Good science, and new customer behavior mean the time is right for companies to evaluate their portfolios to position themselves for success. Tailwinds are good, private equity interest is high, and the self-care future is bright. When is the time right, and what is the timeline to divest and to invest? What sets you up for a successful transaction? How does culture play a part in the process? Enlightening insights make this episode of CHPA Chat one that industry leaders will want to hear. More Resources: Crossroads by Alantra With special guests: Chris Harley-Martin, Consultant, CHM Consulting Limited & Senior Advisor, Alantra and Rusty Ray, Managing Partner, Alantra Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, CHPA; and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
If you're one of the 30 million Americans experiencing hearing loss, here's some exciting news. OTC hearing aids are now available nationwide. It's a totally new way for consumers to care for their own hearing health, and an interesting look at how public health and digital technology can intersect. More Resources: HP Hearing PRO Hearing Aids and Personal Sound Amplification Products: What to Know - FDA Digital Health Center of Excellence Consumer Technology Association Consumer Healthcare Products Association With special guests: Marcia D. Howard Ph.D., CAE, Vice President, Regulatory & Scientific Affairs, CHPA and John R. Luna, CEO, Nuheara Limited Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, CHPA; and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
When it comes to self-care solutions, pharmacists can be an overlooked resource. Today we speak with Dr. Wendy Mobley-Bukstein, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice at Drake University about how pharmacists are playing bigger and critical roles in the self-care ecosystem. With special guest: Dr. Wendy Mobley-Bukstein, Associate Professor of Pharmacy Practice, Drake University Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
Coming up on CHPA Chat, we're talking about corporate social responsibility, or CSR. And today we're going to be taking an in-depth look at the cosmetics and personal care industry. What is that industry doing to be environmentally sustainable and increase diversity in its companies, customer base, and images of beauty? Stay tuned for a great episode of CHPA Chat! With special guests: Keech Combe Shetty, Executive Chair, Combe Incorporated and Lezlee Westine, President & CEO, Personal Care Products Council Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
On this episode of CHPA Chat, we're talking about oral health and how problems with your teeth and gums can affect the rest of your body. Joining us is Dr. Maria Ryan, Vice President and Chief Clinical Officer at Colgate-Palmolive and the past president of the American Association for Dental Research. She is a staunch advocate of oral health as a critical component of self-care and overall wellness. Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
Join Duffy MacKay, Senior Vice President of Dietary Supplements at CHPA, and George Paraskevakos, Executive Director of the International Probiotics Association to explore the science behind probiotics, why gut health is so important, and what's next for this growing category. With special guest: George Paraskevakos, Executive Director, International Probiotics Association (IPA) Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation and Duffy MacKay, Senior Vice President, Dietary Supplements, CHPA
What are the key factors that help societies, communities, and individuals focus on their personal healthcare? That's our topic for today's CHPA Chat, as we discuss a brand new report showing how ready certain countries are to adopt, promote, and support self-care, and what it means for CHPA member companies in the US. With special guests: David Tomasi, Chief Commercial Officer, North America, Bayer Consumer Health and Judy Stenmark, Director General, Global Self-Care Federation Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
Coming up on this episode of CHPA Chat, we're talking about the explosion in digital health. Not just the watch you may be wearing on your wrist, but technology that could enable healthcare, and very importantly self-care. Today, we're talking about digital health, what it means for the industry, and what the future holds for this rapidly growing sector. With special guests: Marcia D. Howard Ph.D., CAE, Vice President, Regulatory & Scientific Affairs, CHPA and René Quashie, Vice President, Policy & Regulatory Affairs, Digital Health, Consumer Technology Association Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
In today's episode, we're discussing a topic that doesn't often get the attention it needs — sexual health. Join Anita Brikman and Bruce Weiss, VP of Health and Wellness at Church & Dwight, as they dive deep to explore the state of sexual health in the US today, and the role that over-the-counter sexual health products play. With special guest: Bruce Weiss, Vice President and Head of Health & Well-Being Strategic Business Unit, Church & Dwight Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
On this episode of CHPA Chat, we're talking about the booming business of dietary supplements, especially as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. But class action lawsuits are also on the rise. In today's episode, we're discussing this real risk to companies and what they can do to get ready. With special guest: Rend Al-Mondhiry, Partner, Amin Talati Wasserman, LLP Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation and Duffy MacKay, Senior Vice President, Dietary Supplements, CHPA
Those of us in consumer healthcare don't often think about insurance coverage for OTC medicines, but more and more health plans are offering this benefit. As of 2021, nearly 18 million people have OTC benefits included in their Medicare Advantage health insurance plan. In this episode of CHPA Chat, we'll explore what new research is telling us about this and why the Medicare Advantage health insurance market is a big opportunity for the growth of self-care. Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
Join President & CEO Scott Melville, along with this year's Program Committee Chair, Advantice Health's CEO Tim Connors, and CHPA's SVP Business Development and Industry Relations, Beth Allgaier as they talk about this year's highly anticipated affair, taking place 3 long years since the last event. CHPA's Self-Care Leadership Summit (SLS) – formerly CHPA's Annual Executive Conference - is the intimate, exclusive gathering of consumer healthcare industry leaders. Don't miss this exclusive sneak peek of the meeting, how Tim came to be the program chair, and what attendees can expect! Hosted by: Anita Brikman
Consumer healthcare products, including dietary supplements, consumer medical devices, and OTC medicines, are some of the most highly regulated products in America today. As global climate change becomes a greater focus of policymakers around the world, over-the-counter healthcare manufacturers are seeing more environmental regulation coming their way. What exactly are states considering? How will this impact medicine affordability? And how can manufacturers lean in to become more environmentally compliant and friendly? Join CHPA's Carlos Gutierrez, Vice President, State & Local Government Affairs, Adam Peer, Senior Director, Packaging and Consumer Markets, American Chemistry Council, and Andy Hackman, Principal Lobbyist, Serlin Haley during this episode of CHPA Chat. Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
From the wild west to mainstream products, listen to how the dietary supplements industry continues to mature from the perspective of Duffy MacKay, CHPA's Senior Vice President of Dietary Supplements. Find out what's next for the industry in this episode of CHPA Chat! Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
During this episode of CHPA Chat, hear from CHPA's Vice President of State & Local Government Affairs, Carlos Gutiérrez and Stacy Thompson, Chief of Staff for the Public Affairs Company as they explore Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws, their impact on the affordability of consumer healthcare products, and how consumers can participate in existing drug disposal take-back programs. Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
What can big online retailers teach the Dietary Supplements Industry? Engaging customers is the tip of the iceberg. Join Wayfair's Head of Product Development, Matt Phillips, and John Troup to explore consumer engagement and how dietary supplements companies can help provide online services that build brand loyalty and keep people coming back. Hosted by: John Troup, Ph.D.
As healthcare transitions from a delivery to ‘self-owned' care model, effective solutions that engage consumers are needed. New growth strategies are going to help us integrate digital platforms and create new models of care. During this episode, John Troup and Jenna Philips share the latest insights on the world of digital platforms and how they influence consumer engagement. Hosted by: John Troup, Ph. D.
Healthcare is upside down. What can the scientific breakthroughs of COVID-19 vaccines mean for further wellness innovation? Hear from Oscar Franco, MD, as he shares his own journey to wellness, providing insights about barriers to optimal global health, and what it is going to take to create positive health trajectories for consumers and communities. This episode will inspire consumer healthcare companies to continue to support people's decisions to lead healthier, happier lives through holistic, responsible self-care. A must listen! Hosted by: John Troup, PhD
Host Anita Brikman sits down with board-certified pediatrician and co-founder of Forever Freckled, Dr. Katie Friedman. Together, they discuss the rise of the healthcare social media influencer and how consumer healthcare product companies can leverage this ever-evolving form of marketing to reach consumers through those they already trust. Dr. Katie also provides some must-know tips to consider when identifying and engaging with #medinfluencers to help boost your brand. Hosted by: Anita Brikman
Dr. John Troup speaks with Dr. Paul Keckley on the future integration of dietary supplements into the healthcare world, including what it will take for dietary supplements to be eligible for FSA/HSA benefits. They explore the influences of the changing self-care industry on disease prevention and optimal well-being. Hosted by: John Troup, Ph.D.
The consumer healthcare industry is leading change and making a positive difference. Advancing the beauty of diversity through multicultural marketing starts with connecting with consumers. These industry leaders discuss how it is done - and it as simple as authentically representing those people and communities we serve. Hosted by: Anita Brikman
Ever wonder how DSHEA became the regulatory framework for the dietary supplements industry? Join pioneers Patricia Knight, Scott Bass, and Loren Israelsen — three of the most influential people who advocated for this legislation in 1994 — as they share stories on how they got it done and why the industry can benefit from its modernization 27 years later. Hosted by: John Troup, VP of Dietary Supplements, CHPA
How has consumer empowerment, trust, and confidence in dietary supplements contributed to growth in the self-care aisle? With more than 70,000 products on the market, the dietary supplements segment has just experienced its largest annual growth rate since 1997. While the category is well regulated, gaps in quality assurance are out there along with some inappropriate claims and adulterated products. Hear from Dr. Pieter Cohen as he shares his insights on how modernization of DSHEA will help improve category compliance and credibility. Hosted by: John Troup, VP of Dietary Supplements, CHPA
What does climate change and environmental policy have to do with FDA approved self-care products? More than you'd think! Hear from CHPA's VP of State & Local Government Affairs, Carlos Gutierrez, and Managing Partner of MainStreet Advocates, Kevin Canan, as they dig into what's ahead for the consumer healthcare industry when it comes to environmental rules and regulations. You won't want to miss this opportunity to get an inside look at the policy debates happening in the states. Hosted by: Anita Brikman, Senior Vice President, Communications & Public Affairs, and Executive Director, CHPA Educational Foundation
There is a critical shift happening. We are moving from managing disease to managing health. Consumers are motivated to be healthy more than ever. Covid-19 has taught us a lot about minimizing our risk, and focusing on wellness and prevention and in our lives. Anita and John dig into what this shift means to the consumer healthcare industry and specifically the dietary supplements category. Hosted by: Anita Brikman
How has consumer empowerment, trust, and confidence in personal healthcare products contributed to growth in the self-care aisle? How is policy shaped inside-the-beltway and out in the states? What are CHPA's regulatory priorities? The role of wellness, prevention, and personal health management is changing; are you ready to dig in with us and have some fun along the way?! Welcome to CHPA Chat, the podcast of The Consumer Healthcare Products Association, where we bring you stories and insights from staff, industry thought leaders, and those who pioneered some of the brands we know and love in ways you've never heard before!
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