Many CHPA members also market medical devices "and the consumer side of medical devices is something they feel is underrepresented by other trade associations,” says trade group head Scott Melville. OTC drugs already have “a lot in common” with consumer medical devices, including that paying for neither typically is included in health insurance plans.

Many CHPA members also market medical devices "and the consumer side of medical devices is something they feel is underrepresented by other trade associations,” says trade group head Scott Melville. OTC drugs already have “a lot in common” with consumer medical devices, including that paying for neither typically is included in health insurance plans.

The firm reported third-quarter revenue growth of 4.6% to $842 million, including a 4.8% increase in the personal-care segment, and announced the close of recent feminine-health acquisitions. CFO Matthew Farrell adds COO to his title, a move expected to free up time for CEO James Craigie to focus on “chasing down” further acquisitions.

The firm reports third-quarter revenues up 4.6% to $842 million, including 4.8% growth in the personal care segment to $247.7 million. CFO Matthew Farrell adds COO to his title, a move the firm and analysts expect to free up time for CEO James Craigie to focus on potential acquisitions.