We’re proud to share that Carlos Gutierrez, CHPA’s VP of State & Local Government Affairs, has been named one of the Top Lobbyists of 2026 by the National Institute for Lobbying & Ethics. Congratulations to Carlos and the entire state government affairs team! lobbyinginstitute.com/post/a…

What does it feel like to be at the Health In Hand Foundation Gala? Let last year’s attendees tell you. ✨ Press play on our 2025 Gala Recap and experience the celebration through the people who were there. The 11th Annual Health In Hand Foundation Gala returns November 11 in Philadelphia, bringing together 350+ self-care professionals for an evening of recognition, inspiration, and connection. And this year’s U.S. Self-Care Marketing Awards winners? You’ll have to be there to see them revealed. 🏆 Watch the recap. Feel the energy. Then make sure you’re there in 2026. 🎟️ Join us! Purchase your tickets or table today. bit.ly/4yTnqvf

This Saturday is #NationalDrugTakeBack Day! Find a drop-off location near you at MyOldMeds.com to safely dispose of unwanted or expired prescription and #OTC medicines. #SafeDisposal

Be there for one of self-care’s biggest nights! ✨ The 2026 Health In Hand Foundation Gala + U.S. Self-Care Marketing Awards returns November 11 at The Bellevue Hotel in Philadelphia, bringing together 350+ professionals for an evening of recognition, connection, and celebration. What’s waiting for you at the Gala? 🏆 Celebrate the best in self-care marketing as this year’s winners are revealed live at the Gala, recognizing standout work across OTC medicines, dietary supplements, and OTC medical devices. 🤝 Be in the room with the industry. Attendees already include professionals from Google, Walgreens, Family Dollar, Bayer, Blistex Inc., and many more. 👀 Wondering who else will be there? Check out the attendee list and see who you could connect with. bit.ly/3UBqpcK 🥂 Make a night of it. Purchase tickets or a table and experience the Gala alongside your team, colleagues, clients, and industry peers. 🎟️ bit.ly/4yTnqvf

🤠 You asked. We listened. SLS 2027 registration is officially OPEN early! We heard from members who wanted the opportunity to plan ahead, so we’re opening registration for CHPA’s 2027 Self-Care Leadership Summit earlier than usual. That means you can secure your spot in San Antonio and put your available 2026 funds to work before they run out. Get ready for business-critical learning, valuable industry perspectives, and meaningful opportunities to connect with peers, plus the SLS favorites you know and love: ⛳ Golf Tournament ✨ Women’s Leadership Forum Reception 🏃 Health In Hand Foundation Fun Run/Walk San Antonio, here we come! We’ll see you at SLS 2027. 👉 Use your 2026 funds and register today: bit.ly/3TOKGJi

Wellness is the new wealth. So, what does that mean for consumers and the brands trying to reach them? Hear from Sherry Frey, VP Total Wellness at NielsenIQ, in this quick preview of what she'll explore at Marketing Forum. 📍 Philadelphia | 📅 November 12 Watch below, then save your seat: bit.ly/44ubpgF

CHPA’s Duffy MacKay recently spoke with @NutraUSA at CHPA’s 2026 RSQ about the need for a more predictable NDI framework and greater regulatory clarity to support responsible supplement innovation. See the full interview: nutraingredients.com/Article…

📣 One month to go until the CHPA Marketing Forum! 🔗 bit.ly/44ubpgF 😫Most brands aren't struggling with retail media. They're struggling with consistency. Every retailer has its own ecosystem, its own expectations, and its own playbook. So how do you adapt to Amazon and Walmart without losing what made your brand successful in the first place? That's exactly what we'll explore during One Brand, Many Shelves: Winning Across Amazon, Walmart, and the Retail Media Landscape at this year's Marketing Forum. From retail media investments to cross-channel brand strategy, this panel will deliver practical insights for today's marketers. One month. One stage. One conversation every marketer should be paying attention to. Register today and join us in Philadelphia! bit.ly/44ubpgF

Congratulations to Mike Wysong on his appointment as President & CEO of @NACDS, and thank you to Steve Anderson for his years of leadership. We look forward to continuing our strong partnership to advance self-care. Read more: chpa.org/news/2026/10/chpa-c…

CHPA’s latest oral care survey was featured in @statnews, highlighting strong support for #bipartisan policies like #HR1219, which would expand access to everyday preventive oral care products. Read more: chpa.org/news/2026/10/new-su… #OralHealth #NDHM2026 #PreventiveCare #SelfCare

NEW DATA: 83% of HSA/FSA account holders would use those funds for everyday oral care products if eligible. The Oral Health Products Inclusion Act would give consumers greater flexibility to use their healthcare dollars for preventive oral care. Explore the full findings: chpa.org/news/2026/10/new-su…

🚨 Just over 30 days to go! 🚨 Or, for my calendar-driven marketers out there... 36 days 😉 (November 12) The countdown to Marketing Forum 2026 is on. ⏲️ 💰Have budget remaining? Use those 2026 dollars while they're available. 🚄 Traveling to Philadelphia? Register and lock in your plans early. Potential rail service disruptions could impact travel, and you don't want logistics getting in the way. 🔗chpa.org/events-education/ch… Most importantly: missing Marketing Forum is not an option. 🙅 Whether you're representing a household name or a small but mighty team, the value is the same: actionable insights, fresh ideas, and connections that can elevate your work immediately. Great marketing isn't about the size of your budget. It's about investing in your growth. 36 days from now, the industry's best marketers will be in the room. Will you?

📍 Pennsylvania | Boiron CHPA was recently #OnTheGround at the grand opening of CHPA member Boiron’s new logistics center. Take a look behind-the-scenes!

This #NationalDentalHygieneMonth, help make preventive oral care more accessible. The Oral Health Products Inclusion Act would allow HSA/FSA funds to cover everyday oral care essentials like toothbrushes, toothpaste, and mouthwash. Learn more and urge your lawmakers take action: selfcareaction.quorum.us/cam…

Click below to read CHPA's statement on FDA’s 2026 Annual Forecast for Planned Monograph Activities: chpa.org/news/2026/10/chpa-r…

Congratulations to Julie Aker, recipient of CHPA’s 2026 William Cooley Regulatory & Scientific Affairs Career Achievement Award! Her leadership in advancing Rx-to-OTC switches and the science supporting safe self-care has helped expand consumer access. Read more: chpa.org/news/2026/09/chpa-h…

We thank @SenatorBanks for raising important questions in today’s Senate HELP Committee hearing on Dr. Heidi Overton’s nomination to serve as @FDA Commissioner about potential changes to the GRAS process and FDA’s capacity to implement them. Watch the full hearing: help.senate.gov/hearings/nom…

📍 Boston | CVS Retail Supplier Summit CHPA was #OnTheGround in Boston last week at the @CVSHealth Retail Supplier Summit, connecting with member companies and industry leaders to discuss the future of retail health. See the highlights below!

CHPA’s Jay Sirois, Ph.D., was recently featured in @HBWInsight on @FDA's latest steps to support broader use of New Approach Methodologies (NAMs), innovative approaches that can help advance research and strengthen product safety assessments. Read more: insights.citeline.com/hbw-in…