Foulkes elected to Costco board
ISSAQUAH, Wash. – Costco Wholesale Corp. announced the election of Helena Foulkes to its board of directors. Foulkes is a former CVS Pharmacy president with more than 25 years of experience at the pharmacy retailer.
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Hy-Vee opens independent infusion clinic in Chicago
Grocery retailer Hy-Vee, Inc. announces today the grand opening of its newest Hy-Vee Health infusion clinic, located at 1 East Erie Street, Suite 640 in Chicago. This is the second Hy-Vee Health infusion clinic to open and the first to open in the Chicago area. The infusion clinic is referral-based
Wellness Day at Walmart rings in school year
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – More than 4,600 Walmart pharmacies will host Wellness Day events on August 16, offering opportunities for families to prioritize their health ahead of a new school year with free screenings and affordable immunizations.
Albertsons unveils latest enhancement to Sincerely Health platform
Albertsons Cos. offers the latest digital enhancement to its Sincerely Health platform, a nutrition insights tool that measures grocery purchases based on the serving recommendations of USDA’s MyPlate guidance.
Walmart posts gains in 2Q sales and profits
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart today posted fiscal second quarter sales and profits that exceeded Wall Street’s expectations and raised its fiscal 2024 outlook to reflect management’s optimism in the company’s continued ability to attract customers to its stores and digital platforms.
Walmart International’s Judith McKenna to retire
Walmart International president and CEO Judith McKenna is retiring after 27 years with the company. Kath McLay will become the president and CEO of Walmart International, and Chris Nicholas will take McLay’s place as president and CEO of Sam’s Club U.S.
WE panel examines women’s health and wellness gap
Despite the fact that females comprise 80% to 90% of customers in the retail marketplace, many of their needs are unmet regarding their health and wellness. That was a key point made during a panel discussion presented by WE at the National Association of Chain Drug Stores’ Total Store Expo. Now in
Aldi to buy 400 stores from Southeastern Grocers
Aldi today announced it has agreed to acquire Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket locations from Southeastern Grocers, as the Jacksonville, Fla.-based retailer continues to divest supermarket assets.
Walgreens unveils new vaccination and testing offerings
Walgreens is offering in-store vouchers and off-site vaccination clinics through its employer vaccination program, and is rolling out a low-cost, 2 results in 1 test for flu and COVID-19 this fall respiratory virus season.
Circana: Inflation lifted retail dollar volume 2% in July; unit sales decreased
CHICAGO – U.S. retail sales in July, including spending on both discretionary general merchandise and consumer packaged goods (CPG), increased 2% compared to the same month last year, and unit sales declined 2%.
Walgreens provides update for victims of Maui wildfires
Walgreens issued the following statement as an update for victims of the Maui wildfires. “Walgreens is committed to helping victims of the Maui wildfires get access to their medications.
CHPA, Family Dollar partner to improve shoppers’ self-care decisions
WASHINGTON – The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) Educational Foundation and Family Dollar have launched a program to help the chain’s shoppers make informed, educated choices about choosing and using over-the-counter products and dietary supplements.
Wellness Day at Walmart to take place nationwide on Saturday
Wellness Day at Walmart will let families check their health ahead of the new school year with free screenings and affordable immunizations this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
NRF economist says growth in consumer spending is slowing
WASHINGTON – U.S. consumers are still buying more than last year, but spending growth is slowing as the economy settles down amid higher interest rates intended to reduce inflation, National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said Thursday.
Walgreens and VillageMD expand to the Chicago area
DEERFIELD, Ill. – Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) and VillageMD announced Thursday the opening of the first Village Medical at Walgreens primary care practice in the Chicago area. The practice is located at 641 Meacham Road, in Elk Grove Village, Ill.
CVS Health Foundation awards $6.6 million in grants to improve maternal health outcomes
CVS Health Foundation announced Thursday it has awarded $6.