CVS Caremark Corp. has entered the Omaha, Neb., market with the opening of its first two stores in the city. To mark the market entry, the company said it held a grand opening ceremony on Monday at one of the stores that was attended by CVS/pharmacy officials, Omaha mayor Jim Suttle and
Walgreen Co. is now rolling out Duane Reade’s DR Delish private brand line of premium snacks and beverages in stores nationwide. The Deerfield, Ill.
John Lederer, chairman and chief executive officer of Duane Reade, next month is slated to join U.S. Foodservice as president and CEO. The Rosemont, Ill.-based foodservice distributor said Friday that Lederer is slated to join the company on Sept. 8. He will also serve on the board of directors.
With the back-to-school season getting under way, Kerr Drug is advising parents to prepare a kit to safeguard the health of their children and other students.
Responding to a critical report, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores highlighted the work of pharmacy and consumer groups to collaborate with the government to devise a "one-document solution" for prescription drug information provided to patients.
Bartell Drugs has kicked off its annual "School Tools for Kids in Need" program to collect school supplies for financially disadvantaged students. The program, the Seattle-area drug chain’s seventh, runs through Aug.
Walgreen Co. is unveiling its new expanded food selection at 10 stores in several Chicago communities identified as "food deserts," or areas that lack access to basic foods necessary to maintain a healthy diet.
Supervalu Inc. has begun offering vaccinations for shingles at its more than 800 food and drug combination stores nationwide.
The House of Representatives has approved an extension of the increased federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP), which provides enhanced funding to state Medicaid programs, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores reported.
Rite Aid Corp. plans a $650 million debt offering and a new revolving credit facility to replace its current $1.175 billion revolver. The drug store chain said Monday that it aims to offer $650 million in senior secured notes due in 2020. Plans call for the proceeds of the offering, along
Walgreens customers can now chat live online with pharmacists anytime through a new service dubbed Walgreens Pharmacy Chat. Walgreen Co.
The Senate has passed a six-month extension of the increased federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP), which provides the enhanced funding for state Medicaid programs.
Walgreen Co. has launched a redesigned social responsibility web site that it said will make it easier for socially-conscious consumers, investors and employees to find information about the company’s commitment to community, diversity, supplier diversity, disability inclusion and the environment.
The Senate has made headway on enhanced federal funding for state Medicaid programs and passed key legislation on safe disposal of unused drugs, according to the National Association of Chain Drug Stores.
Drugstore.com saw total revenue jump in the 2010 second quarter, fueled by surging over-the-counter and beauty product sales. The online retailer said Wednesday that for the quarter ended July 4, sales climbed more than 27% to $113.1 million from $88.9 million a year earlier.
Shoppers Drug Mart Corp. is marking the 10th anniversary of its Shoppers Optimum loyalty program with special savings for customers and a series of promotions and events. The Canadian drug store chain said Wednesday that beginning Aug.
