CVS Health praises enactment of VA Mission Act
CVS Health has applauded the enactment of the VA Mission Act, which enhances veteran access to community care through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).
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With Aetna deal nearing, CVS names new team
CVS Health has announced the management team that, following the close of the Aetna acquisition, will lead the combined company into the future.
Thrifty White teams with PrescribeWellness
IRVINE, Calif.– PrescribeWellness today announced a unique partnership with Thrifty White Drug Stores, an employee-owned pharmacy with more than 100 stores in six states.
Kroger to roll out new CPG search service
Kroger, through Kroger Precision Marketing powered by 84.51°, will launch a new consumer packaged goods search service that combines both data and personalization options.
Rite Aid unveils safe medication disposal program
In an effort combat drug abuse and misuse, Rite Aid Corp. announced today its plans to install 100 medication disposal units in selected pharmacies over the next year.
Retailers gain added value at Total Store Expo
Leading-edge retailers approach the NACDS Total Store Expo (TSE) creatively and strategically, in ways that enhance team performance and sharpen differentiation in the marketplace.
Express Scripts teams with PinnacleCare on new program
Express Scripts announced a new Rare Conditions Care Value (RCCV) program with the introduction of a support service known as Second Opinion in partnership with PinnacleCare a private health advisory firm that offers personalized guidance and expert case review.
Walgreens slated to open location in the Mall of America
Walgreens announced that it will be opening a new store at the Mall of America this fall. This will be the company’s first location at the mall. The 7,600-square-foot location will be located on the third floor of the mall’s east side of the megamall where it will offer cosmetics and household
Online mental health tool introduced by SDM
Shoppers Drug Mart (SDM) has launched an online interactive mental health tool with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). The Mental Health Self Check gives Canadian women an easy, accessible way to assess their emotional well-being.
Hill-Rom’s Welch Allyn Home portfolio debuts at Kinney Drugs
Hill-Rom announced its Welch and Digital Scale are now available at all Kinney Drugs locations in New York and Vermont. The Welch Allyn Home portfolio is designed to bring the Welch Allyn clinical grade technology that doctors know and trust into the hands of consumers at home.
Publix appoints Rusk new vice president of pharmacy
Dain Rusk will be joining Publix as vice president of pharmacy, effective June 1, 2018.
Senate Committee moves NACDS-backed Drug Disposal Bill
ARLINGTON, Va. – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) welcomed the Senate Judiciary Committee’s passage today of S.
Rite Aid Foundation launches New KidCents Regional Grant Program
As part of its commitment to improving the lives of children in communities served by Rite Aid, The Rite Aid Foundation announced today the launch of its KidCents Regional Grant Program.
Atlanta still in lead in Walgreens “Every One Counts Hometown Challenge”
DEERFIELD, Ill. – In support of the fourth annual Red Nose Day in the U.S., Walgreens today released the latest rankings for its “Every One Counts Hometown Challenge”, which shows Atlanta as the top market for overall Red Nose Day fundraising activity, with Washington D.C. moving into second place.
Walgreens invests $35 mil. to expand services to Puerto Rico
With its drugstore recovery efforts complete across its 108 drugstores in Puerto Rico, Walgreens is launching an additional investment campaign on the island to expand its offerings in all of its Puerto Rico locations to include, among other features, new patient health rooms, an expanded beauty off