Walgreens launches Rx Savings Finder
DEERFIELD, Ill. – Walgreens announced Thursday the launch of its new Rx Savings Finder, a simple-to-use digital tool designed to help customers save money on prescription medications.
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CVS partners in opening of supportive housing community in Ohio
Today, a bipartisan group of elected officials joined representatives from CVS Health, Columbus Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA), Beacon 360 Management, and community leaders to announce the opening of Harriet’s Hope – a 52-unit, multifamily supportive housing community – empowering survivors o
Cigna, Humana reportedly explore merger
U.S. health insurer Cigna is in talks to merge with Humana, according to published reports on Wednesday, a deal that could exceed $60 billion in value. The discussions come six years after regulators blocked mega-deals that would have consolidated the U.S. health insurance sector. After U.S.
Rite Aid offering Flu Shot Fridays during holidays
It’s the season to spread holiday cheer – not the flu.
Diabetic Tussin reintroduces sugar-free cold and cough solution for people with diabetes
Diabetic Tussin, the trusted cough syrup brand for people with diabetes and prediabetes, announced its sugar-free cold and cough solution is back on shelves. This restock brings with it the Better Choices for Life mark from the American Diabetes Association (ADA).
Rite Aid opens modernized distribution center in Des Moines, Wash
Rite Aid announced the expansion of its 266,000-square-foot distribution center in Des Moines, Wash., boasting a modern design and world-class technology that will serve 250 additional Rite Aid stores across Washington, Oregon and Idaho, beginning January 2024.
Children’s TYLENOL launches at-home otoscope
Children’s TYLENOL, the No. 1 pediatrician recommended brand for pain and fever relief, has officially entered the health tech space with the national launch of an at-home otoscope: SmartCheck from Children’s TYLENOL.
CRN-International announces new publication identifying global nutrient gaps
The Council for Responsible Nutrition-International (CRN-I) is pleased to announce the publication of the conference report: “Advancing Nutrition Science to Meet Evolving Global Health Needs” in the European Journal of Nutrition summarizing the proceedings of its annual Scientific Symposium in Düsse
AWS, Accenture help Merck use cloud technology to reduce drug discovery time
At AWS re:Invent, Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS), announced it is working with Accenture to help Merck to move a substantial portion of its IT infrastructure to AWS as part of the company’s multiyear cloud migration.
FMI Foundation recognizes family meals programs
ARLINGTON, Va. – The FMI Foundation announced the 2023 Gold Plate Awards recipients Tuesday during a live-streamed ceremony, highlighting outstanding family meal programs implemented by the food industry and community organizations.
CVS releases Top Holiday Gifts List
With holiday spending expected to reach record levels this year and many looking to do their shopping early, consumers are looking for the hottest gifts of the season. To make this year easier for shoppers, CVS Pharmacy just released their first-ever Top Holiday Gifts List.
AWS teams with Amgen on generative AI solutions
Amazon Web Services (AWS) announced that Amgen is expanding its work with AWS to create generative artificial intelligence (generative AI)-based solutions to help discover, develop, and increase the manufacturing throughput of medicines for patients suffering from serious illnesses.
Thanksgiving holiday weekend sees record number of shoppers
WASHINGTON – A study released Tuesday by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics reported a record 200.4 million consumers shopped over the five-day holiday weekend from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, surpassing last year’s record of 196.7 million.
Rite Aid Healthy Futures awards $3.7 million in grants
ETTERS, Pa. – Continuing its work promoting health and wellness for children, Rite Aid Healthy Futures announced this Giving Tuesday that it has awarded $3.7 million in Neighborhood Grants to more than 370 local nonprofits across 17 states.
Walmart kicks off first fully shoppable series for the holidays
Walmart is bringing together two favorite traditions this holiday season: shopping and watching RomComs. The retailer is launching “Add to Heart” — a new opportunity for customers to find holiday gifting inspiration while tuning in to the 23-part series … a RomCommerce of sorts.
Rite Aid pharmacists gain prescriptive authority for hormonal contraceptives in five states
Rite Aid Corp. announced that customers in California, Maryland, New Hampshire, Nevada and Oregon can now receive prescribed hormonal contraceptives by their local Rite Aid pharmacist at most store locations after completing an in-person private consultation.