CHICAGO — The focus on health and wellness evolved throughout the pandemic as consumers began seeking coping mechanisms for their altered lifestyles. The consumer’s need for normalcy at the height of the pandemic was the entry for a mental and physical health focus, reports The NPD Group. Compared to the pre-pandemic period, more consumers say
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — A recent CVS Health/ Morning Consult survey of Americans age 18 and over found that mental health concerns are continuing to rise among individuals of all backgrounds, especially Black, age 65 and over, young adult, and LGBTQIA+ respondents. The survey also found more Americans agree that the pandemic has made them more comfortable
DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) is expanding Mental Health First Aid training for more than 27,000 Walgreens pharmacists, while Boots is introducing new services aimed at helping to meet the growing need in communities across Europe and the U.K., the company said Thursday. “The majority of our patients and customers see their pharmacist
On a recent Monday in May, The New York Times ran a story in the paper’s Business section appropriately titled “Will the Future of Therapy Be at the Drugstore?” The article dealt primarily with CVS’ apparent decision to test the availability of mental health specialists within the retailer’s MinuteClinic nonemergency health care facilities in 13
DEERFIELD, Ill. — For more than a year, the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the way of life for everyone. It has especially taken a toll on many Americans’ mental health and well being, however 73% of those vaccinated say getting the vaccine has had a positive impact on their mental health, according to a new Walgreens survey
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — The COVID-19 pandemic has universally amplified levels of stress and anxiety among women, according to the findings of a recent CVS Health survey. Moms and caregivers were most deeply affected. Six in ten women say the pandemic has had a negative impact on their overall levels of stress, and nearly half (46%)