Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA)

What oral care products do you rely on most? This #WorldOralHealthDay we’re highlighting the importance of making everyday oral care more accessible. Polices like the Oral Health Products Inclusion Act would allow families to use their HSA/FSA funds for essentials like toothbrushes, toothpaste, and mouthwash. Join the effort today: selfcareaction.quorum.us/campaign/oralc… #selfcare

We're excited to welcome seven new members to our Board of Directors and name David Tomasi, President of Consumer Health for Bayer’s North America Region, as Chair‑Elect of the CHPA Board. Tomasi will assume the role next March following the completion of current Chair Greg Bradley’s term. Full release here: chpa.org/news/2026/03/c…

Congrats to Fuad Sawaya, founder of Sawaya Partners, on receiving CHPA’s Ivan D. Combe Lifetime Achievement Award at #SLS2026, the industry’s highest honor recognizing decades of leadership in consumer healthcare. Read more: chpa.org/news/2026/03/f…

Congratulations to Mary Leonard, SVP and Executive Director of CHPA’s Health In Hand Foundation, on being named one of Mass Market Retailers’ Women of Influence for 2026. Her leadership continues to help families make safer, more confident self‑care decisions and expand access to trusted education nationwide. Learn more about Mary’s work here: massmarketretailers.com/tag/women-of-i… #WomenOfInfluence #SelfCare #HealthEquity

New research in Nature Medicine from the #COSMOS randomized clinical trial found that adults over 60 who took a daily multivitamin for two years showed modestly slower changes in certain molecular markers of biological aging compared with placebo. nature.com/articles/s4159…

In light of International Women’s Day yesterday, we’re highlighting how Rx-to-OTC switches help to put more control directly in women’s hands, no prescription or extra appointments required.

Fewer than one in five Americans have traditionally used hearing aids, often due to cost and access barriers. OTC hearing aids have helped change that, empowering consumers to take charge of their hearing health. Learn more this #WorldHearingDay at: healthinhand.org/resources/over…

What if the way brands talk to midlife women is the very thing holding them back? Join CHPA Academy for The Midlife Mindset: What Women 35–55 Expect From Brands, a webinar grounded in original research and real consumer insights. In this webinar, you will: • Learn what midlife women say brands consistently get wrong and how to avoid common messaging missteps • Gain a practical framework for creating more relevant, respectful, and effective consumer healthcare communications • Better understand how women ages 35–55 think, decide, and engage with brands beyond age or menopause stereotypes Featuring: Rachel Cone Gorham, Vice President, Brand Strategy + Brand Marketing, BARKER Sandi Harari, Chief Creative Officer, BARKER If your brand wants to win with midlife women, learn to connect with them more authentically at this CHPA Academy webinar. Register now 👉chpa.org/events-educati…

Be heart smart this #AmericanHeartMonth. Head to HealthInHand.org for guidance on building simple heart‑healthy habits. healthinhand.org/resources/hear…

Healthcare doesn’t just happen at the doctor’s office. New national research published in #JAMA Network Open highlights the essential role OTCs play in helping Americans self-manage their daily health needs over a 7-day period, reflecting a continuum of care that includes both self-care and clinician-guide treatments. Read our full release here: chpa.org/news/2026/02/o…

On President's Day, we’re reminded that empowering people with trusted, self-care options has long been a bipartisan priority and an essential part of a strong healthcare system.

This #ValentinesDay, we’re celebrating #selfcare as an essential form of self-love, supporting everyday health and well-being. Learn more about how to take charge of your self-care decisions at: healthinhand.org/about-us

As FDA looks ahead to 2026 priorities, CHPA’s SVP of Dietary Supplements Duffy MacKay explains the importance of strengthening oversight while ensuring policies remain workable for FDA. Read his full insights here: supplysidesj.com/supplement-reg…

Toothaches are often a reminder that oral health starts with prevention. This #NationalToothacheDay, we’re highlighting how the Oral Health Products Inclusion Act would allow Americans to use their HSA/FSA funds for everyday OTC oral care products like toothpaste, floss, and mouthwash. Learn more and take action today: selfcareaction.quorum.us/campaign/oralc…

Help every child achieve a healthy smile. Learn more about The Oral Health Products Inclusion Act and write your Member of Congress today: selfcareaction.quorum.us/campaign/oralc…

A strong national standard for dietary supplement regulations is essential to protect consumers and promote innovation. CHPA thanks @RepLangworthy for his leadership in reinforcing that foundation and encourages continued modernization. Full statement here: chpa.org/news/2026/02/n…

CHPA celebrates the legacy of Black leaders whose contributions have shaped consumer healthcare and expanded access to self-care for all. We are proud to partner with organizations like the National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) and the National Dental Association (NDA) to continue this spirit of progress.

Our SVP of Business Development & Industry Relations Beth Allgaier shares insights on how consumer healthcare manufacturers partner with retailers to navigate today’s marketplace in the latest issue of Retail Brand Discovery. Read Beth’s full interview on page 30: issuu.com/torquil/docs/r…

Fragmented state policies can come at a cost to consumers. CHPA’s Duffy MacKay, SVP of Dietary Supplements, on FDA’s 2026 Human Foods Program’s priorities and why clear, national regulations matter for supplements: nutraingredients.com/Article/2026/0…