WBA teams on cancer prevention program
Walgreens Boots Alliance has entered into a charitable partnership with European and American cancer organizations “to support people living with cancer at all moments of their journey.
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Walgreens and Kroger are in the Loop
Kroger and Walgreens are the latest companies to join in an experimental shopping system, named Loop, that aims to lessen the world’s reliance on single-use packaging.
Hy-Vee advocates for fast DIR reform
Hy-Vee on Friday expressed dismay that a new Medicare rule did not provide relief from pharmacy direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fees that inflate senior citizens’ prescription drug costs.
FLAVORx now available at Walmart Neighborhood Markets
To help busy families, especially moms, who are dispensing antibiotics and other medications to sick little ones, Walmart is now offering FLAVORx with select liquid prescriptions for no additional cost at Neighborhood Market pharmacies.
Target’s Q1 earnings exceed expectations
Target Corp. on Wednesday reported revenue rose 5% to $17.6 billion in the first quarter of fiscal 2019 as it brought more customers into to its stores. Once there, shoppers spent more than in the previous quarter, the company said. Same-store sales increased 4.
higi expands relationship with Kroger
CHICAGO – higi announced an expanded relationship with Kroger Co., whose Roundy’s Supermarkets will now offer higi smart health stations as a resource to all consumers who visit their stores.
Walmart unveils site plan for new campus
Walmart officials said work on a new corporate campus is set to begin here in July. Walmart expects to relocate employees in stages, beginning next year and ending around 2024, when work on the company’s “dream home” is completed.
Community pharmacists unite, learn, grow at McKesson ideaShare
McKesson ideaShare 2019 is the leading conference designed to help independent pharmacy owners and their staff grow their skills and build a stronger business.
Bartell’s Summer Catalog hot off the press
Bartell’s is inviting customers to join in embracing the spirit of summer in the Pacific Northwest with their 2nd annual Summer Catalog. This vibrant 20-page publication is full of unique and local items.
Walmart’s strong Q1 same-store sales growth
Walmart on Thursday reported first quarter net income of $3.84 billion as revenue rose 1% to $123.9 billion. U.S. same-store sales increased 3.4% in the 13 weeks ended April 30. That was the best performance by that metric in nine years, the company said. Net sales in the United States increased 3.
Fred’s closing 104 more stores
Fred’s Inc. announced Thursday it is closing 104 underperforming stores as part of an “ongoing effort to rationalize its store footprint.
Bartell Drugs partners with NimbleRx for same-day Rx delivery
SEATTLE – In today’s highly competitive and convenience-driven landscape, retailers are challenged to adapt to consumer behaviors.
higi extends partnership with Rite Aid
higi on Wednesday announced the extension of its longstanding partnership with the Rite Aid Corp. higi stations offer free health screenings to consumers, as well as interactive educational content focused on awareness, prevention and management of some of today’s most pervasive chronic conditions.
CVS launches ‘Tested to Be Trusted’ program
CVS Pharmacy on Wednesday announced the launch of Tested to Be Trusted, a program requiring third-party testing of all vitamins and supplements sold in-store and online to confirm the accuracy of the dietary ingredients listed on the supplement facts panel and to confirm that products are free from
The Vitamin Shoppe soars using Aptos retail technology
Aptos announced that The Vitamin Shoppe is successfully leveraging Aptos solutions, including Aptos Store for point of sale and Aptos CRM, as part of the retailer’s ongoing advancements in omnichannel excellence and customer loyalty.