Walgreens ramps up flu shot program
Walgreen Co. is kicking off its influenza vaccination campaign, which it calls the most comprehensive flu shot program in the country.
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CVS’ Ryan, HHS and FDA chiefs to speak at health care forum
Tom Ryan, chairman and chief executive officer of CVS Caremark Corp., is slated to speak along with the heads of the Department of Health and Human Services and the Food and Drug Administration at a health care forum being held early next year by the University of Miami. The university said
CVS opens first drug stores in Omaha
CVS Caremark Corp. has entered the Omaha, Neb., market with the opening of its first two stores in the city. To mark the market entry, the company said it held a grand opening ceremony on Monday at one of the stores that was attended by CVS/pharmacy officials, Omaha mayor Jim Suttle and
Watson to launch ella emergency contraceptive
Watson Pharmaceuticals Inc. plans to launch ella, an oral emergency contraceptive, in the fourth quarter.
Walgreens rolls out DR Delish snacks, beverages
Walgreen Co. is now rolling out Duane Reade’s DR Delish private brand line of premium snacks and beverages in stores nationwide. The Deerfield, Ill.
Duane Reade CEO to head foodservice distributor
John Lederer, chairman and chief executive officer of Duane Reade, next month is slated to join U.S. Foodservice as president and CEO. The Rosemont, Ill.-based foodservice distributor said Friday that Lederer is slated to join the company on Sept. 8. He will also serve on the board of directors.
Kerr Drug recommends back-to-school health kit
With the back-to-school season getting under way, Kerr Drug is advising parents to prepare a kit to safeguard the health of their children and other students.
NACDS answers criticism of prescription information
Responding to a critical report, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores highlighted the work of pharmacy and consumer groups to collaborate with the government to devise a "one-document solution" for prescription drug information provided to patients.
At Heart emergency aspirin dispenser hits drug stores
Advent Consumer Healthcare has begun rolling out its At Heart emergency aspirin dispenser at major drug store chains nationwide. Advent said Wednesday that the patented At Heart dispenser is designed to provide the fastest possible access to an emergency dose of aspirin.
American Greetings rolls out Dance Machine cards
American Greetings is bringing the excitement of dancing to greeting cards with the debut of its new Dance Machine card line. The company said Tuesday that the Dance Machine cards combine music and motion "in a hilarious new way" with bobble-head characters that "dance" along to a festive song.
Little Fevers introduced by Prestige Brands
Expanding its Little Remedies line of pediatric products, Prestige Brands has unveiled Little Fevers concentrated infant drops with acetaminophen.
Bartell begins school supplies drive
Bartell Drugs has kicked off its annual "School Tools for Kids in Need" program to collect school supplies for financially disadvantaged students. The program, the Seattle-area drug chain’s seventh, runs through Aug.
Walgreens launches ‘food oases’ in Chicago
Walgreen Co. is unveiling its new expanded food selection at 10 stores in several Chicago communities identified as "food deserts," or areas that lack access to basic foods necessary to maintain a healthy diet.
Supervalu serves up shingles vaccines
Supervalu Inc. has begun offering vaccinations for shingles at its more than 800 food and drug combination stores nationwide.
House gives nod for enhanced Medicaid funding
The House of Representatives has approved an extension of the increased federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP), which provides enhanced funding to state Medicaid programs, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores reported.
Document Security Systems lands contract with Walgreens
Document Security Systems Inc. has been awarded an annual packaging order contract from Walgreen Co. worth about $2.