Walgreens offers no-cost rapid COVID-19 and flu testing to military veterans
No-cost testing services are now available at stores across the country as part of expanded partnership with the CDC and HHS.
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CVS expanding MinuteClinic primary care services to Aetna members
The services are available to certain individual plan and commercial members in Houston, San Antonio and greater Atlanta, with an eye on future expansion.
Food and beverage companies focusing on core strengths and consumer trends
According to a new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange, food and beverage companies are streamlining their product portfolios by shedding brands that don’t align with their core strengths.
Amazon posts strong third-quarter results as sales climb
Amazon forecasts fourth-quarter net sales of up to $188.5 billion.
Walgreens releases Annual Flu Index to help communities monitor flu activity
The chain is encouraging vaccination now ahead of the respiratory season and the holidays.
Walgreens laying off over 250 employees as part of cost-saving strategy
The company said it is eliminating 256 support center roles, which are corporate roles.
FMI Foundation honors industry leaders with Gold Plate Awards for promoting family meals
“This national effort reflects a growing recognition of the contributions shared meals bring to human connections, communication, and overall well-being.”
Circana: Hispanic consumers drive 16% of total U.S. CPG growth
These reports highlight that Hispanics now make up 20% of the U.S. population and account for 71% of national population growth between 2022 and 2023.
Walgreens to give discounts to vets and active-duty military personnel
Walgreens is offering a four-day in-store discount to all veterans, active-duty military personnel and their family members.
Uber Eats now accepting SNAP EBT nationwide with Albertsons Cos., Walgreens
This move comes as part of Uber Eats' commitment to increase food accessibility and support communities in need.
Retail pharmacies team with DEA for successful Drug Take Back Day
Pharmacy chains such as CVS, Walgreens, Meijer, and Rite Aid joined the effort by providing year-round disposal options.
Walmart aims to win Black Friday with an AI shopping assistant, early access and big deals
Walmart is also launching a 10-chapter “advertainment” series called Deals of Desire.
Walgreens and Veeva announce strategic partnership
The deal enriches Veeva Data Cloud products and allows Walgreens to better serve life sciences through access to Veeva Data Cloud and Veeva Clinical Platform.
Industry unites for Third Annual ‘Fight Retail Crime Day’
In advance of Fight Retail Crime Day, NRF has organized nearly a dozen store tours with retailers in California, Arizona, Louisiana, Virginia, Illinois and West Virginia providing policymakers with firsthand insight on the impact of ORC, theft and violence in local communities.
Dollar General offering holiday deals
More than 6,000 items storewide will feature savings during DG Deal Days.
Grocery Media Networks represent an $8.5 billion opportunity to drive growth
68% of grocers say investment in a media network is a high priority, according to new Grocery Doppio study