February 19, 2021 by MMR
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LAKELAND, Fla. — Publix is offering a free $125 Publix gift card to its associates who complete the full COVID-19 vaccination, the company said Friday. To receive the gift card, associates must be currently employed, submit an internal form and proof of vaccination. Although not required, the company is encouraging its associates to get the
February 19, 2021 by MMR
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DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens reported Friday that it has provided more than 3 million COVID-19 vaccinations across long-term care facilities, as well as additional vulnerable populations prioritized by state and local jurisdictions. Additionally, the company has completed COVID-19 vaccine first-dose clinics in all long-term care facilities that selected Walgreens as a vaccine provider. “COVID-19 has
February 8, 2021 by MMR
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich.— Meijer is preparing to launch a series of vaccine clinics this week at stores throughout the State of Michigan, the retailer said Monday, with plans to administer up to 25,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses by week’s end. The vaccines will be administered to Michiganders 65 years and older who have pre-registered through the
February 8, 2021 by MMR
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CINCINNATI —Kroger Co. said it will provide a one-time payment of $100 to all associates who receive the full manufacturer-recommended doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. The company also announced an additional $50 million investment to thank and reward associates across its 35-state footprint, including a $100 store credit and 1,000 fuel points for hourly frontline
January 22, 2021 by MMR
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BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart says it is preparing for a major rollout of COVID-19 vaccinations, and will be able to deliver 10 million to 13 million doses per month when supply and allocations allow. “As we look to a future when supply can meet demand and more people are eligible to receive the vaccine, we
January 20, 2021 by MMR
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ARLINGTON, Va. — Lidl US said Wednesday that it is offering $200 in extra pay to any of its employees who choose to get the COVID-19 vaccine. The extra money is meant to help offset the costs associated with vaccine administration, including travel costs and childcare. Lidl said it will also be flexible with its
January 5, 2021 by MMR
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LAKELAND, Fla. — Publix is partnering with the Florida Department of Health to distribute approximately 15,000 doses of the Moderna COVID‑19 vaccine to customers ages 65 and older, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced at a press conference on Tuesday. The vaccine will initially be available at 22 stores in Florida’s Citrus, Hernando and Marion counties.
December 22, 2020 by MMR
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CINCINNATI — Kroger Health, the health care division of The Kroger Co. said it will provide the COVID-19 vaccine nationwide across its 2,200 pharmacies and 220 clinics, partnering with the federal government and state health departments to administer the vaccine in accordance with the rollout plan. “Kroger Health is a COVID-19 response leader that
December 16, 2020 by MMR
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WASHINGTON – Retail workers should be among the early recipients of COVID-19 vaccines, the National Retail Federation contended on Wednesday. “Retailers have been on the front lines throughout the pandemic protecting associates, serving customers, and keeping the communities in which they live and work safe and healthy,” NRF president and chief executive officer Matthew Shay
December 10, 2020 by MMR
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BENTONVILLE, Ark.— Walmart is getting prepared to administer COVID-19 vaccinations across the country once they’re approved, the company’s chief medical officer Dr. Tom Van Gilder said Thursday. In a blog post on the company’s website, Dr. Van Gilder wrote the company is getting staff ready at its more than 5,000 stores and Sam’s Club pharmacies