Emergent BioSolutions’ NARCAN Nasal Spray launches over-the-counter
Today, Emergent BioSolutions announced NARCAN Naloxone HCl Nasal Spray 4 mg will be available on shelves nationwide and online beginning in September.
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Southern Drug Store Association holds annual meeting in Nashville
Regional chain executives met in here for the annual Southern Drug Store Association meeting held August 2– 6, 2023. Hartig Drug Co., the countries longest continuously family-owned chain of pharmacies, hosted the meeting.
Huggies and Walgreens team up
For the seventh consecutive year, Kimberly-Clark’s Huggies Brand and Walgreens are coming together to raise awareness of diaper need in the United States, supporting those struggling with providing diapers for their children. One in two families in the U.S.
WBA aligning varied assets for health care synergies
Walgreens Boots Alliance has spent the last several years assembling the components of a vast health care ecosystem, one that promises to enhance patient access, improve outcomes and lower overall costs.
WSJ: Rite Aid to file for bankruptcy protection in coming weeks
The Wall Street Journal has reported Friday that Rite Aid is undergoing plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the coming weeks as a way to handle its more than $3B in debt and its potential exposure to opioid-related lawsuits. Shares are down ~37% early Friday afternoon.
Walgreens, CVS to acquire Winn-Dixie’s pharmacy business
CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens will acquire the prescription files of Winn-Dixie and Harveys supermarkets in conjunction with the sale of the stores to Aldi.
Study: Brands need to start looking at and listening to consumers
Sometimes the way we track consumer dollars just doesn’t make sense. Despite consumers’ voiced concerns about inflation and finances, retail spend continues to grow and consumers continue to plan vacations. Even consumers themselves aren’t sure where they stand.
Mental Health America, Walgreens launch back-to-school campaign and toolkit
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – Back-to-school is always a time met with mixed emotions, especially for the growing numbers of today’s youth who struggle with feelings of anxiety or depression.
Dollar General opens its first dual distribution center
Dollar General on Saturday celebrated the grand opening of a new distribution center in Blair, Neb., that supports both its stores’ nonperishables and fresh food needs.
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.
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