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Rite Aid announces availability of O-T-C NARCAN Nasal Spray
Rite Aid announced Monday that NARCAN Nasal Spray, a medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, is available at all locations nationwide, including Bartell Drugs in the Pacific Northwest. NARCAN Nasal Spray can be purchased over the counter without a prescription.
Slowing inflation drags on Kroger earnings
The Kroger Co. today said revenue declined in the second quarter of fiscal 2023 as the rate of inflation slowed. Kroger reported net sales of $33.8 billion for the three months to August 12, down from $34.6 billion in the comparable period a year ago. Kroger reiterated its forecast for the full year
CVS Health to present at Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Conference
CVS Health announced that president and CEO Karen S. Lynch and executive vice president and chief einancial officer Shawn Guertin will participate in a fireside chat with investors at the 21st Annual Morgan Stanley Global Healthcare Conference on September 12, 2023, at approximately 8:50 am ET.
Kroger agrees to nationwide opioid settlement
The Kroger Co. today said it has agreed to pay up to $1.2 billion to U.S. states, subdivisions and Native American tribes to settle the majority of claims that it fueled the opioid epidemic through lax oversight of its pill sales.
Meijer adds new RSV vaccination to offerings
Meijer pharmacies are prepared for customers’ fall vaccination needs with a full inventory of flu shots ahead of flu season and the first ever FDA-approved Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) vaccine for adults 60 and older.
Kroger, Albertsons reveal divestiture plan
The Kroger Co. and Albertsons Cos, today announced that they have entered a definitive agreement with C&S Wholesale Grocers LLC for the sale of 413 stores and other assets s in connection with the supermarket retailers’ proposed merger. The agreement also calls for Keene, N.H.
CVS announces additional responsibilities for executive leadership
CVS Health Corp. announced Thursday additional responsibilities for several members of the company’s executive leadership team, effective immediately: Shawn Guertin will continue as chief financial officer and is now president of Health Services.
RSV vaccine appointments now available for those over age 60 at Kinney Drugs
GOUVERNER, N.Y. – Kinney Drugs has opened RSV vaccination appointments for those age 60 and older at all 96 locations in New York and Vermont. Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common, highly contagious respiratory virus that typically causes mild, cold-like symptoms.
Giant Eagle and Instacart team on same-day delivery service
Instacart and Giant Eagle announced a chainwide partnership to power same-day delivery in as fast as an hour from more than 200 grocery stores across Pennsylvania, Ohio, West Virginia, Indiana, and Maryland.
NRF announces acquisition of Reverse Logistics Association
WASHINGTON – The National Retail Federation today announced its acquisition of the Reverse Logistics Association (RLA), a global trade association for the returns and reverse industry.
Kroger, Albertsons reportedly close to divestiture deal
NEW YORK – C&S Wholesale Grocers is reportedly in talks to potentially buy grocery stores from Kroger and Albertsons as the retailers pursue regulatory approval of a proposed merger that could require divestiture of hundreds of supermarkets.
CVS Health survey finds more people will get a flu shot this season
CVS Health is prepared to meet patients’ vaccination and other preventive health care needs as flu season approaches. CVS Pharmacy and MinuteClinic are offering the annual flu vaccine at locations nationwide.
Walgreens receives AAHP Integrative Medicine Retailer Award
The American Association of Homeopathic Pharmacists (AAHP) has named Walgreens as the 2023 recipient of its Integrative Medicine Retailer Award.
Walmart program expands pharmacists’ role
BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart pharmacists will be testing and treating people for common illnesses under a new “Testing and Treatment” program being rolled out in a dozen states, the company said.
Roz Brewer to step down at Walgreens Boots Alliance
Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) announced Friday that the board of directors and Rosalind Brewer have mutually agreed that Brewer will step down as the company’s chief executive officer (CEO) and as a member of the board, as of August 31, 2023.