Survey: Pharmacists well-regarded by public
Pharmacists ranked second behind nurses in an annual Gallup poll measuring the public’s trust of a range of professions. Of the more than 800 U.S.
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Walgreens seeks to list shares on Nasdaq
Walgreen Co. plans to apply to list the shares of Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc., the holding company being formed by its partnership with Alliance Boots, on the Nasdaq stock exchange.
RediClinics make debut in Rite Aid stores
Rite Aid Corp. has opened the first RediClinic health clinics in its drug stores.
CVS research analyzes use, cost of hepatitis C drugs
An analysis by the CVS Health Research Institute shows a rapid uptake of two new hepatitis C medications and illustrates the cost implications of effective treatment with specialty drugs.
Target announces leadership changes
Target Corp. has expanded the roles of some of its top executives, a move that chairman and chief executive officer Brian Cornell said will help the retailer spur its business, fuel its digital transformation and enhance the customer experience.
Pharmacies recognized in UnitedHealth adherence challenge
Giant Eagle, Publix Super Markets, Fred’s and Wegmans Food Markets pharmacies were among the winners of this year’s UnitedHealthcare Medication Adherence Targeted Intervention Program Challenge, benefiting the National Association of Chain Drug Stores Foundation.
3D holographic rewards kiosks rolling out to Rite Aids
Customer rewards kiosks featuring 3D holographic videos are slated to be deployed at 200 Rite Aid stores starting early next year. Provision Interactive Technologies Inc.
Rite Aid 3Q earnings top Wall Street’s forecast
Rite Aid Corp. posted fiscal 2015 third-quarter earnings per share well above Wall Street’s projections. Rite Aid said Thursday that for the third quarter ended Nov. 29, net income came in at $104.8 million, or 10 cents per diluted share, up from $71.5 million, or 4 cents per diluted share, a
McKesson solution helps pharmacists offer Rx savings
McKesson Patient Relationship Solutions (MPRS) has launched LoyaltyScript@Retail, a solution designed to give pharmacists a convenient way to provide patients with savings and enhanced care at the point of dispensing. The McKesson Corp.
Rite Aid ends year with strong comp-store gain
For the four weeks ended Dec. 27, same-store sales at Rite Aid rose 5.3% year over year, up slightly from 5.1% in November.
Walgreens enables virtual doctor visits via mobile app
Walgreen Co. has launched a teleheath service that will give its website users 24/7 access to board-certified doctors through its mobile application. MDLIVE’s platform will allow Walgreens app users to engage in a virtual consultation with a physician.
Fruth unveils free Rx delivery program
Fruth Pharmacy has introduced free delivery of prescriptions and other products. The West Virginia-based drug chain said Monday that the under the program, called Gopher, those who qualify can receive free local delivery of prescriptions with an order form attached.
Drug chains make list of socially savvy retailers
Walgreens, CVS/pharmacy, Rite Aid and Good Neighbor Pharmacy are among the top 50 retailers in terms of social media influence according to a list created by Lithium Technologies, a provider of software to help companies connect with their customers.
NACDS part of coalition seeking cybersecurity legislation
The National Association of Chain Drug Stores participated in a coalition of retail groups calling on Congress to develop legislation for prompt notification of sensitive data breaches.
Health Mart ‘town hall’ events to focus on Star Ratings
Health Mart plans to host its second series of town hall meetings, “Pharmacy Quality Measures: Action Steps for Improvement,” in 108 cities nationwide through early 2015.
Consumers upbeat as holiday season approaches
With the nation’s economy growing at a solid pace and gasoline prices declining, there is growing sentiment among economists that consumer spending is going to pick up momentum.