CVS completes rollout of time delay safes in Kentucky
CVS Pharmacy has completed the rollout of time delay safes in all of its 77 CVS Pharmacy locations in Kentucky.
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Kroger and Walgreens expand exploratory pilot
Kroger Co. and Walgreens today announced two major initiatives, building on the exploratory pilot the companies announced in October, combining America’s food and grocery authority with Walgreens global expertise in pharmacy, health and beauty.
Federal judge voices concerns on DOJ approval of CVS-Aetna deal
According to an article in the Wall Street Journal, a federal judge has expressed concerns about the Justice Department’s decision to allow CVS Health Corp.’s nearly $70 billion acquisition of Aetna Inc.
Flu shots available at Rite Aid during NIVW and beyond
With National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) in full swing, customers can visit their neighborhood Rite Aid pharmacy without an appointment to get their seasonal flu shot from a certified Rite Aid immunizing pharmacist and help themselves stay healthy this holiday season.
CVS encouraging families to get their flu shots
In conjunction with National Influenza Vaccination Week (Dec. 2-8), CVS Health is reminding customers that it is not too late to get a flu shot to protect themselves and their loved ones from the flu.
Albertsons teams with Solera Health on in-store diabetes program
Albertsons Cos. has joined the Solera Health network of National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) providers, offering the program in conveniently located in neighborhood grocery stores operating under 20 well known banners – including Albertsons, Safeway and Vons.
Northwell to offer free HIV testing using mobile van at CVS locations
According to a story in Newsday, New Hyde Park-based Northwell Health is working on a pilot program with CVS Health to increase access to HIV testing and promote prevention efforts in Long Island and Queens communities where the virus is highly prevalent.
Kansas City pharmacy chain earns national accolades
Kansas City pharmacy chain Balls Food Stores was honored with the American Pharmacist’s Association (APhA) Foundation’s 2018 Pinnacle Award during a ceremony at APhA’s headquarters in Washington DC.
LabCorp at Walgreens expands into Southern California
Walgreens and LabCorp announced the introduction of LabCorp at Walgreens into the California Inland Empire, with nine new LabCorp patient service centers within Walgreens stores in the greater Riverside, Calif. area.
CVS Health completes acquisition of Aetna
WOONSOCKET, R.I. – CVS Health today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Aetna establishing CVS Health as the nation’s premier health innovation company.
Thanksgiving weekend multichannel shopping up 40%
From Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, more than 165 million Americans shopped either in stores or online, surpassing the 164 million who had said they would shop in a consumer sentiment survey conducted ahead of the holiday, the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics said.
Walmart, Beacon Health Options partner on mental health clinic
According to an article in the Boston Globe, Beacon Health Options, which manages mental health care for 40 million people, has opened a small clinic in the Walmart in Carrollton, Texas.
Retail stores see big crowds on Black Friday
Black Friday lived up to its reputation as the busiest shopping day of the year, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers, which estimates that about 151 million people visited a mall or shopping center over the weekend.
Rite Aid offers “7 Days to Save” for Cyber Week
Rite Aid is giving the gift of holiday savings both online and in-store through its “7 Days to Save” sales event that begins this Sunday, Nov. 25 and runs through Saturday, Dec. 1. Just in time for Cyber Week, “7 Days to Save” will feature 30% off regular retail prices at
Study: Consumers are ready to spend this holiday season
Holiday shoppers are more than prepared to buy in force this year. The only question is who will capture their dollars. Three out of four consumers (76%) plan to spend as much or more than they did last year, but, according to A.T.
The Rite Aid Foundation gives $2.2 million to KidCents charities
In celebration of #GivingTuesday on Nov. 27, a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media, The Rite Aid Foundation is awarding a total of $2.2 million to partner charities through its KidCents Thanks For Giving Holiday program. This special program has been created to help the more