As we reflect on this past year, we’re inspired by all that our industry has accomplished in the face of unprecedented uncertainty. As demand for self-care options continues to increase and evolve, the role of CHPA and the CHPA Educational Foundation – connecting, educating, and advocating for its member companies – has never been more important. Together, we are making tremendous progress on our vision of happier, healthier lives through responsible self-care.


President &
Chair Letter

Scott Melville & Michelle Wang Goodridge

Despite the prolonged challenges imposed upon us by the COVID-19 pandemic, 2021 was a year of acceleration and transformation for CHPA and the consumer healthcare industry. As demand for self-care options continues to increase and evolve, the role of CHPA – connecting, educating, and advocating for its member companies – has never been more important. Together, we are making tremendous progress shaping the future of consumer healthcare. Yet, there is still much to be accomplished.

Scott Melville and Michelle Goodridge
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DSHEA Modernization

CHPA is working with Capitol Hill and the broader supplement community to develop policy proposals and work with leaders in Congress to update and modernize the dietary supplement regulatory framework.

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CHPA Ushered Historic Legislative Victories for PSE-Containing Medications in 2021

For the first time in 15 years, allergy suffering families from coast-to-coast are able to purchase PSE containing cold and allergy medications from behind the counter, without the need of a physician’s prescription.

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Rx-to-OTC Switch

The OTC Switch Working Group has been busy in 2021, focused on advocating for the release of a Nonprescription Drug Safe Use Regulatory Expansion (NSURE) proposed rule; but equally important, the group is focused on FDA and its prioritization of Rx-to-OTC switch.

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CHPA Educational Foundation Annual Report

Hybrid Gala: Bringing the Industry Together

More than 270 attendees from 60+ member companies gathered for the 6th annual CHPA Educational Foundation Gala, that was held virtually this year.

Up and Away

Up and Away

Reminding families to keep medicines safe from curious young children.

Know Your Dose

Know Your Dose

Increasing consumer knowledge on acetaminophen safety.

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OTC Pain Reliever

Helping consumers appropriately select & safely use OTC pain relievers.

Know Your OTCs

KnowYourOTCs

Educating consumers on responsible self-care on over-the-counter products.

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