NRF reports July retail sales increased 4.9%
WASHINGTON – July retail sales were up 0.4% seasonally adjusted from June and increased 4.
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Giant Food launches 14th annual pediatric cancer fundraising program
Giant Food kicked off of its annual pediatric cancer fundraising program created to support pediatric cancer research during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Giant has set a goal of raising $2 million throughout the eight-week program, running Aug. 17 to Oct. 11.
CVS Health study says more Americans plan to get a flu shot
Marking the start of flu vaccine availability, a new survey from CVS Health found that one in five (22%) of consumers surveyed who didn’t get a flu vaccine last year say that knowledge of last year’s flu season which had flu levels that were the highest observed since 2009 makes them more likely
Kroger launches wellness festival
Inclusion Companies LLC, in partnership with The Kroger Co., announce the first Wellness Your Way Festival, taking place October 4 to 7, 2018 at the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati, Ohio.
Seasonal flu shots now available at Rite Aid
Rite Aid Corp. announced that seasonal flu shots are now available at the more than 2,500 Rite Aid pharmacies across the country. Patients can visit any Rite Aid pharmacy to receive a flu shot from one of Rite Aid’s more than 6,000 certified immunizing pharmacists, subject to state regulations.
Pharmaprix offering more healthier food items at several locations
Pharmaprix is officially launching an innovative new concept called “Zone Marché” at several of its drugstores in the Greater Montréal Area. What is unique about Pharmaprix’s “Zone Marché” is the vast assortment of fresh products.
Rite Aid Foundation donates $50,000 to help with wildfire relief efforts
The Rite Aid Foundation announced today a $50,000 donation to the American Red Cross to help the victims, families and communities in Northern California affected by the devastating wildfires.
Rite Aid, Albertsons agree to terminate merger
CAMP HILL, Pa. – Rite Aid Corp. announced that it has mutually agreed with Albertsons Cos. to terminate their previously announced merger agreement.
Amazon intros grocery pickup at select Whole Foods Market stores
Amazon and Whole Foods Market have announced the roll out of grocery pickup beginning in Sacramento and Virginia Beach, with more cities to come throughout 2018.
CVS sales, earnings top Wall Street estimates
Pharmacy gains propelled CVS Health’s second quarter results ahead of Wall Street’s expectations. Retail sales for the three months ended June 30 climbed 5.7% to $20.7 billion, despite less front-end traffic. Overall same-store sales rose 5.9%. Pharmacy sales jumped 8.
MinuteClinic Video Visits now available with new app
As digital technology continues to change the health care landscape, CVS Health today announced that MinuteClinic, the company’s retail medical clinic, is rolling out a new virtual health care offering for patients with minor illnesses and injuries, skin conditions and other wellness needs.
Diplomat announces 2nd quarter financial results
Diplomat Pharmacy announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2018. All comparisons, unless otherwise noted, are to the quarter ended June 30, 2017.
Albertsons pharmacies stocked with flu vaccine for 2018-2019 season
Albertsons Cos. pharmacies are alerting U.S. communities that they are stocked with the flu vaccine and ready to immunize for the 2018-19 flu season. Getting the flu vaccine as soon as it becomes available is currently the best way to prevent getting and spreading the flu virus.
Rite Aid updates fiscal 2019 outlook
CAMP HILL, Pa. – Rite Aid Corporation announced that it is updating its fiscal 2019 outlook, which the company initially provided on April 12, 2018 and included expectations for sales, same store sales, Adjusted EBITDA, net loss, Adjusted net income per share, and capital expenditures.
Fruth Pharmacy hosts dinner for 1st Bridge of Hope Scholarship recipients
Fruth Pharmacy hosted a dinner for the first recipients of the Bridge of Hope Scholarship Fund on July 19th at Mi Pueblitos in Hurricane. “Nine months ago, we had an idea to use some of the Fruth Scholarship Fund to make an impact in the lives of people fighting drug
Hy-Vee in-store dietitians offering free weekly nutrition tours
Beginning this month, in-store dietitians at more than 190 Hy-Vee locations throughout its eight-state region will offer weekly health shopping tours that focus on the nutritional aspects of lowering blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as managing diabetes.