Walmart changes policies on guns, ammo
Walmart announced this week that it will stop selling certain kinds of guns and ammunition, and will discourage customers in “open carry” states from openly bringing their firearms into Walmart stores.
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Judge approves CVS-Aetna merger
A federal judge on Wednesday ruled in favor of a Justice Department settlement that allows CVS Health’s nearly $70 billion acquisition of health insurer Aetna. U.S.
ShopRite kicks off family meals month celebration
KEASBEY, N.J.– September is Family Meals Month and ShopRite is celebrating by engaging its team of in-store dietitians to help customers create and enjoy nutritious and delicious family meals.
Flu shots now available at GIANT Food and MARTIN’S Food pharmacies
CARLISLE, Pa. – The pharmacists at GIANT Food Stores and MARTIN’S Food Markets are ready to help families fight the flu this flu season. Flu vaccinations are now available at all 132 GIANT and MARTIN’S in-store pharmacies.
Pepsi celebrates the NFL’s 100th season
100 seasons of the National Football League (NFL) means 100 seasons of game winning touchdowns, fans repping their favorite teams, and unforgettable moments of celebration.
Capital Rx working to lower prescription drug costs
Capital Rx, a next generation pharmacy benefits manager, announced on Wednesday the launch of its Clearinghouse Model, the first major innovation in the way prescriptions are priced for over three decades.
APhA names Bernstein SVP, pharmacy practice and government affairs
The American Pharmacists Association (APhA) has named Ilisa Bernstein, as its new senior vice president of pharmacy practice and government affairs, effective October 14.
The Vitamin Shoppe unveils personalized vitamin and supplement subscription service
The Vitamin Shoppe rolled out on Monday Only Me, a personalized online assessment that delivers a custom assortment of vitamins and supplements to participating subscribers each month.
Orville Redenbacher’s, Swiss Miss, Hallmark Channel offer chance to win a walk-on movie role
Orville Redenbacher’s Gourmet Popping Corn, Swiss Miss Cocoa, and Hallmark Channel have teamed up for the “Snack, Watch and Win” Sweepstakes.
CVS expands focus on helping people quit smoking
Five years after it made the bold move to pull tobacco products from CVS Pharmacy locations, CVS Health said Monday it is expanding its focus on helping people quit smoking.
Hy-Vee to provide free heart health screenings in September
Hy-Vee will provide free heart health screenings throughout its eight-state region during the month of September. Hy-Vee dietitians working out of Hy-Vee Healthy You Mobiles will offer the free heart health screenings to customers at more than 130 Hy-Vee stores.
Dollar General promotes two executives
Dollar General Corp. on Thursday reported solid Q2 fiscal results and announced management moves that it says will strengthen the company and support continued growth.
Walgreens prepares for Hurricane Dorian
Walgreens is taking proactive measures to assist customers, team members and communities in the projected path of Hurricane Dorian, and is preparing to fully support impacted regions in the storm’s aftermath.
H-E-B to expand into Lubbock, Texas
H-E-B is continuing its expansion into West Texas, with plans to open its first store in Lubbock next year. “The wait for Lubbock residents is finally over. We’re extremely excited to announce that H-E-B is coming to the Hub City,” H-E-B Food & Drug president Scott McClelland said in a statement.
Thermal Product Solutions ships Gruenberg steam heated granulation dryer
Thermal Product Solutions, a global manufacturer of thermal-processing equipment, announced the shipment of a Gruenberg steam heated granulation dryer to the pharmaceutical industry.
Americares deploys response team for Hurricane Dorian
STAMFORD, Conn. – Americares is deploying an emergency response team to Florida and readying shipments of relief supplies as Hurricane Dorian intensifies.