Hy-Vee opens first HealthMarket location
Hy-Vee Inc. has opened its first HealthMarket here, a concept store envisioned as a one-stop shop for consumers looking to lead a healthy, more natural lifestyle.
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RRD awarded new marketing services agreement with Sobeys
R.R. Donnelley & Sons Co. (RRD) announced a major new agreement with Sobeys, one of Canada’s largest retailers and a leading grocer.
Patrick Carroll named group VP and CMO at Walgreens
Walgreens announced that Patrick Carroll, who had been serving as chief medical officer for its Healthcare Clinic businesses since joining the company in 2014, has taken on a new role as group vice president, healthcare services and clinical programs.
McKesson names Tyler president and COO
McKesson Corp. today named Brian Tyler president and chief operating officer, effective August 2. In his new role, Tyler will report to John Hammergren, chairman and chief executive officer, and will become a member of the executive committee. McKesson also announced the departure of U.S.
The Vitamin Shoppe intros Launchpad
The Vitamin Shoppe announced its new vendor incubation program, Launchpad. Designed to introduce emerging brands and innovative products to The Vitamin Shoppe customers, Launchpad further showcases the retailer’s commitment to incubating the next wave of industry innovators.
Walgreens offers back-to-school supplies with social impact
Walgreens announced the launch of a new back-to-school collection with ME to WE, an innovative social enterprise that provides products that make a social impact.
Supervalu to be purchased by United Natural Foods
United Natural Foods Inc. has agreed to acquire Minneapolis-based wholesaler and retailer Supervalu Inc. The deal is valued at about $2.9 billion, including the assumption of outstanding debt and liabilities.
CVS Health highlights efforts in fighting opioid abuse
CVS Health announced today the latest milestones in the company’s more than six year effort to help address and prevent prescription opioid abuse and misuse.
Walgreens rolls out Find Care Now app
Walgreens announced the rollout of Find Care Now, a digital platform and marketplace that helps connect the company’s millions of mobile and online visitors to health care services at Walgreens stores and to a growing selection of recognized providers in the community.
Kroger intros Bromley’s shaving and grooming collection for men
Kroger Co. rolled out a new store brand men’s shaving and grooming line. Called Bromley’s For Men, the line includes premium razors and replaceable blades, shaving accessories, and skincare.
CVS Health, Truth Initiative calling for women’s colleges to go tobacco-free
CVS Health and Truth Initiative are asking women’s colleges in the United States to apply for their grant program dedicated to helping colleges and universities advocate for, adopt and implement 100% smoke- and tobacco-free campus policies.
PrescribeWellness and Thrifty White expand offerings
PrescribeWellness announced that the partnership between PrescribeWellness and Thrifty White will now be offered to Thrifty White’s independently owned pharmacy partners through Thrifty White’s Affiliated Pharmacy Program.
Amazon expands Whole Foods delivery in New York, Florida
Amazon and its Whole Foods Market chain announced that they are expanding the delivery of natural and organic products from Whole Foods Market stores through Amazon’s Prime Now service in the greater Miami and New York metropolitan areas.
Instacart teams with Hy-Vee to offer same-day grocery delivery
Instacart announced that it will partner with Hy-Vee, Inc. to expand its delivery footprint and provide new and convenient shopping options to Hy-Vee customers in more than two dozen markets, with more markets launching in the near future.
AllianceRx Walgreens Prime gets URAC accreditation
AllianceRx Walgreens Prime, a combined specialty and home delivery pharmacy, has received Mail Service Pharmacy Accreditation from URAC for its home delivery pharmacy services. URAC is a health care accrediting organization based in Washington, D.C.
Rite Aid sends letter to shareholders outlining merger
CAMP HILL, Pa. – Rite Aid Corp. has sent a letter to shareholders in connection with its proposed merger with Albertsons Cos., Inc.