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Kroger buying part of Shopko’s pharmacy business
According to various published reports, Kroger Co. has acquired a portion of Shopko’s pharmacy business, according to a spokesperson for Kroger-owned Roundy’s stores. The transaction impacts 42 Shopko pharmacy locations. Twenty-five of those Shopko pharmacies are located in Wisconsin.
Kroger and GoodRx launch the Kroger Rx Savings Club
Kroger Co. announced today the launch of its Rx Savings Club, a new program designed to significantly reduce the cost of prescription drugs for customers across the country, adding to the retailer’s Wellness Your Way platform. The program was developed in partnership with GoodRx.
Walmart, Express Scripts to extend Rx network
Today, Walmart and Express Scripts announced an extension to the companies’ existing network agreement to provide access to Walmart’s prescription services for Express Scripts clients’ covered members.
Walgreens launching safe medication disposal kiosks in Missouri
Walgreens is expanding its first of a kind safe medication disposal program throughout Missouri to allow individuals to dispose of unwanted medication in a drugstore setting year-round at no cost. Governor Mike Parson will join Walgreens at one of its St.
7-Eleven introduces Roamer canned wine for people on the go
7-Eleven, Inc. introduces its first canned wine – Roamer. It is available in chardonnay and rosé. The Roamer Syrah-based rosé is a dry, fruit-driven wine with hints of strawberry and raspberry, making it a crisp, easy-drinking rosé.
ShopRite dietitians provide healthy holiday eating tips
Customers looking to create healthier holiday meals can get free assistance and advice courtesy of ShopRite’s in-store dietitian team, who are offering classes and events highlighting better-for-you holiday recipe suggestions in December.
Rite Aid Foundation offers drug safety program in Pennsylvania
In an effort to help address adolescent drug abuse and misuse in Pennsylvania, The Rite Aid Foundation is bringing the Prescription Drug Safety program, an innovative digital course about prescription drug abuse prevention, to Scranton-area high schools.
Online cosmetics retailer Birchbox debuts inside Walgreens
Birchbox has arrived at Walgreens. The online cosmetics retailer made its debut earlier this month at several Walgreens locations across the U.S. and at the Duane Reade here on Spring Street.
Loblaw expands exclusive PC Insiders subscription program
Loblaw Cos. has opened up the PC Insiders subscription program to all 16 million PC Optimum loyalty members.
Walgreens, FedEx announce Rx delivery service
Walgreens and FedEx Corp. on Thursday announced a nationwide rollout of next-day prescription delivery service, bringing together Walgreens extensive network of neighborhood pharmacy locations with the FedEx air-and-ground delivery network to enhance convenience for patients to fill prescriptions.
Leading U.K. hair fiber brand forges partnership with H-E-B
Nanogen, the U.K.’s No. 1 hair thickening brand, announces their partnership with H-E-B to bring their revolutionary Thickening Hair Fibres and select top-selling SKUs to select locations in Texas.
Bartell Drugs names Lewis new senior category manager
Bartell Drugs is pleased to announce the appointment of John Lewis to senior category manger, food and beverage. Lewis has been with Bartells for 34 years. Beginning his career at store level, he has advanced in the company through multiple positions.
Small businesses accelerate growth with RangeMe Services
RangeMe has launched an innovative opportunity for consumer packaged goods (CPG) suppliers to get their products ready for retail faster and more efficiently. RangeMe Services will help suppliers ensure their products are shelf-ready and optimized for buyer discovery.
Bartells is spreading holiday cheer throughout the Puget Sound
Bartell Drugs is celebrating the holiday season in a big way with the Oh, What Fun! Holiday Event. To add to the excitement of the in-store shopping experience, on December 8th , customers are invited to join in festive activities at each of Bartell’s 66 neighborhood locations.
CVS offers new approach to pricing PBM services
CVS Health is introducing a new approach to the pricing of Pharmacy Benefit Management (PBM) services.