July 22, 2022 by MMR
COVID-19, Hy-Vee, Hy-Vee Pharmacy, test-to-treat
Leading Headlines, Pharmacy, Retail News
WEST DES MOINES, Iowa —Hy-Vee Inc. announced this week that all Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations across its eight-state region now offer test-to-treat COVID-19 services using the COVID-19 antiviral, Paxlovid, to help treat mild-to-moderate cases of COVID-19 in certain patients who are at high risk for progression to severe COVID-19. Earlier this month, the FDA authorized state-licensed
July 21, 2022 by MMR
Better Neighbor, Better Neighbor Report, GIANT
Leading Headlines, Retail News
LANDOVER, MD. – Giant Food on Thursday released a report detailing its ongoing effort to be a Better Neighbor, including by being a better place to shop and a better place to work, throughout the greater Washington D.C. market it serves. “We believe transparency brings both accountability and change, and we recognize the important role
July 21, 2022 by MMR
Bobby Aflatooni, chief information officer, Dollar Tree
Leading Headlines, People, Retail News
CHESAPEAKE, Va. — Dollar Tree has hired Bobby Aflatooni to be its chief information officer, the company said Thursday. Aflatooni, who spent nine years with Dollar General and most recently served as executive vice president and chief information officer for the Howard Hughes Corp., will be focused on enhancing Dollar Tree’s systems infrastructure. “Bobby is
July 21, 2022 by MMR
back-to-school spending, Inflation, JLL Retail Research
Leading Headlines, Retail News, Topics
CHICAGO – Back-to-school spending this season will reach an all-time high, according to an online consumer survey from JLL Retail Research. JLL conducted the survey of 1,001 parents of school-age children in mid-June to learn how they intend to shop for the back-to-school season, how inflation is affecting purchase plans, which retailers they plan to
July 21, 2022 by MMR
Amazon, Amazon Pharmacy, One Medical
Featured Articles, Leading Headlines, Retail News
SEATTLE — Amazon on Thursday announced a deal to acquire One Medical, a primary healthcare company, for about $3.9 billion. One Medical describes itself as a “human-centered, technology-powered national primary care organization” that aims to make health care more accessible and affordable through a combination of in-person and virtual care. “We think health care is
July 20, 2022 by MMR
NACDS, PBM, PBMs
Leading Headlines, Retail News, Topics
ARLINGTON, Va. — The National Association of Chain Drug Stores is engaging in the drive for PBM reform on three fronts, the trade association said Wednesday, pointing to recent efforts in the media and in the state and federal government arenas. 1. NACDS Takes on “Defense of PBM” Op-ed in The Wall Street Journal Last
July 20, 2022 by MMR
Disability Equality Index, disability inclusion, Meijer
Leading Headlines, Retail News
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Meijer earned the title of Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion from the Disability Equality Index (DEI) for the sixth year in a row, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to championing a culture of dignity and respect for its team members. The DEI is a unique, joint initiative of Disability:IN and the American
July 20, 2022 by MMR
ESG Report, Paul Gilbert, Rite Aid
Leading Headlines, Retail News, Topics
PHILADELPHIA — Rite Aid has published its fourth annual Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, detailing the company’s strategy and progress against goals over the past year. This year’s report addresses the four ESG pillars introduced in the company’s 2021 report: Thriving Planet, Thriving Business, Thriving Workplace and Thriving Community. “As a purpose-driven healthcare organization,
July 20, 2022 by MMR
Prunelax Gummies
Supplier News
MIAMI — Garden House USA Inc. has launched Prunelax Gummies, featuring a new taste and texture option for the brand’s lineup of laxative supplements. Managing Director of Garden House USA, Ignacio Bentancur said the new product was designed with consumers in mind. “In a space that sees an abundance of pills, we’re proud to offer
July 19, 2022 by MMR
beauty, beauty care, heather hughes, Lauren Brindley, Walgreens
Featured Articles, Leading Headlines, People, Retail News
DEERFIELD, Ill. — Lauren Brindley, who helped elevate Walgreens’ beauty departments, is leaving her role as group vice president beauty and personal care at the end of July. Heather Hughes is stepping into the role of Walgreens group vice president beauty and personal care and seasonal. Hughes, a pharmacist, has 20 years of experience with
July 19, 2022 by MMR
CeraVe, Comforting Eye Makeup Remover, Makeup Removing Cleanser Balm, Skin Renewing Eye Cream
Supplier News
NEW YORK— CeraVe is introducing three products to its portfolio of skin care solutions this month: Comforting Eye Makeup Remover, Makeup Removing Cleanser Balm and Skin Renewing Eye Cream. Each product was developed with dermatologists and is formulated with three essential ceramides – 1, 3 and 6-II – to restore and maintain the natural protective
July 19, 2022 by MMR
Food Lion, Food Lion Feeds
Leading Headlines, Retail News, Topics
SALISBURY, N.C. — The Food Lion Feeds Charitable Foundation has distributed more than $775,000 in grants to 294 nonprofit organizations across the omnichannel retailer’s 10-state footprint. The grants support the local organizations’ efforts to combat food insecurity and provide nutritional education to their communities, and represent an 83% increase in the number of grants issued