Walgreens launches ship-to-store service
Extending its omnichannel strategy, Walgreens has launched a ship-to-store option for orders made online or via its mobile app.
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Loblaw decides to rejoin Canadian association
Loblaw Cos./Shoppers Drug Mart (SDM), Canada’s largest food and drug retailer, has rejoined the Neighbourhood Pharmacy Association of Canada.
Thrifty White wins specialty Rx accreditation
The Center for Pharmacy Practice Accreditation (CPPA) announced that it has accredited Thrifty White Specialty Pharmacy. Fargo, N.D.-based Thrifty White Pharmacy offers specialty patients full pharmacy support services, which it has expanded to serve all 50 states.
CVS, Walgreens facilitate safe disposal of unused Rxs
Initiatives from CVS Health and Walgreens to collect unused medications have produced dramatic results, the companies announced. They reported the results ahead of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day late last month.
Trade classes battle in changing pharmacy market
Competition remains fierce in the chain pharmacy industry, albeit with a decreasing number of players. If the pending acquisition of Rite Aid Corp. by Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. goes through, the field will diminish dramatically, especially in major metropolitan areas.
London Drugs introduces loyalty plan
London Drugs has launched its first-ever loyalty program, called LDExtras. The Canadian drug chains said LDExtras is the “most tailored program in retail involving experiences and savings.
Walgreens reaches out to beauty enthusiasts
Walgreens has launched Beauty Enthusiast, a free beauty club within its Balance Rewards loyalty program that provides cardholders who register for Beauty Enthusiast with additional rewards on beauty and personal care items, as well as other benefits.
Retailers’ hopes rise as holiday season nears
Consumers are expected to increase their spending this holiday season, bolstered by an economy that is showing signs of strength. The National Retail Federation (NRF) expects sales in November and December (excluding cars, gasoline and restaurant sales) to increase 3.6% to $655.8 billion.
Walmart Wellness Day offers free health screenings
Walmart provided free health screenings, education, services and products at more than 4,600 of its stores across the United States as part of Walmart Wellness Day, an event the company billed as the largest single-day health event in the nation.
Pharmacies advise seniors on Medicare Part D plans
Pharmacy retailers are busy informing the public about Medicare Part D prescription drug plans (PDPs). Enrollment for the 2017 plan year began October 15 and extends through December 7.
Pharmaca supports VMS shoppers with team approach
Mainstream drug chains seeking to enhance their vitamins, minerals and supplements (VMS) presentation could learn a lot from Pharmaca Integrative Pharmacy.
Drug chains offer aid to Hurricane Matthew victims
The nation’s largest drug store chains are among retailers that are offering assistance to Hurricane Matthew victims.
NACDS backs Rx pilot project
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores is partnering with the Pharmacy Society of Wisconsin to advance a new practice model for improving patient access to quality and efficient care and extending pharmacy in a broader health care setting.
Express Scripts makes a change for Tricare
Express Scripts Inc. is replacing CVS Pharmacy with Walgreens in its retail pharmacy network for Tricare, the U.S. military’s health care and drug benefits program. Plans call for Walgreens pharmacies to join the Express Scripts network for Tricare on December 1.
Flu shot campaign begins at Jean Coutu
The Jean Coutu Group and its pharmacist-owners have launched a campaign aimed at increasing awareness of the need to get a flu shot. Called “Protect Your Health and That of Your Loved Ones,” the initiative is designed to support a public health effort for flu prevention, Coutu said.
Holt succeeds McCann at Ahold USA
James McCann, chief operating officer at Ahold USA and a key figure behind the revival of the Stop & Shop and Giant brands, has resigned from the company and its executive management board. Ahold Delhaize said that Kevin Holt, who held the same title at Delhaize America, has been appointed in his