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Kmart Pharmacy becomes a preferred partner in many 2017 Medicare Part D plans

HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2016-Nov-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Many Medicare Part D members can now turn to Kmart Pharmacy as their 2017 preferred provider for pharmaceutical needs. Medicare Part D members can receive substantial savings in their copays, including copays as low as $1, when they fill their prescriptions through a preferred network pharmacy such…

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CVS Pharmacy announced savings opportunities for ExtraCare members during its three-day Black Friday sales event

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2016-Nov-22 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Pharmacy today (November 21, 2016) announced significant savings opportunities for ExtraCare members during its three-day Black Friday sales event at more than 7,900 CVS Pharmacy locations, which kicks off on Thanksgiving Day and runs through Saturday, November 26. For the first time ever, this year's Black Friday…

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Baptist Health and Walgreens to improve healthcare of northeast Florida community

DEERFIELD, Ill. and JACKSONVILLE, Fla., 2016-Nov-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Baptist Health and Walgreens today (Nov. 16, 2016 ) announced a collaboration focused on improving and coordinating healthcare to create greater convenience and value for residents of northeast Florida. As part of the agreement, in early January 2017, Baptist’s retail pharmacy operations will open under Walgreens…

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Waitrose to reduce sugar content on its 27 own label cereals

London, 2016-Nov-18 — /EPR Retail News/ — Over half of all own label breakfast cereals at Waitrose will have significantly lower sugar levels from today (16 November 2016) - as part of the supermarket's ongoing reformulation programme. A total of 27 own label cereals will see average sugar content reduced by 15 per cent. Family favourites such…

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CVS Pharmacy stores in Middle Village neighborhood in Queens and in Brooklyn open MinuteClinic walk-in medical clinics

Clinics Open Seven Days A Week, With No Appointment Necessary Woonsocket, RI, 2016-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — New MinuteClinic walk-in medical clinics have opened inside CVS Pharmacy stores in the Middle Village neighborhood in Queens and in Brooklyn. The new Brooklyn and Middle Village clinics are the eighth and ninth MinuteClinic locations in New York City.…

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Raley’s Family of Fine Stores to offer healthier choices at checkout stands

Raley’s Family of Fine Stores to offer healthier choices at checkout stands   “Let’s Begin to Offer Healthier Choices at Checkout” Fair Oaks, CA, 2016-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — In an ongoing effort to enhance life with health and wellness, Raley’s Family of Fine Stores has implemented “Better for You” check stands throughout the chain.  This includes removing…

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Bartell Drugs teams up with Amazon to offer Prime Now one-hour delivery service in Seattle

SEATTLE, 2016-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) announced today (Nov. 15, 2016) its Prime Now one-hour delivery service adds its first drugstore to the service with local, family-owned store, Bartell Drugs. Prime members in Seattle can now shop thousands of health, beauty, grocery, snacks, local products and much more from Bartell…

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Prime Now adds Bartell Drugs to its service in select Seattle metro areas

Starting today in select Seattle Metro areas, Prime Now offers one- and two-hour delivery of thousands of products from Bartell Drugs, the nation’s oldest family-owned drugstore SEATTLE, 2016-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon Inc. (NASDAQ: AMZN) announced today (Nov. 15, 2016) that its Prime Now one-hour delivery service has added its first drugstore with local, family-owned store,…

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American Cancer Society and CVS Health Foundation initiative support college and university campuses go smoke- and tobacco-free

ATLANTA, 2016-Nov-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The American Cancer Society and the CVS Health Foundation today awarded grants to 20 U.S. colleges and universities as part of their Tobacco-Free Generation Campus Initiative (TFGCI), a $3.6 million multi-year program intended to accelerate and expand the adoption and implementation of 100 percent smoke- and tobacco-free campus policies.…

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Love My Tru Body recalls all Skinny Bee Diet due to presence of sibutramine, desmethylsibutramine, and/phenolphthalein

Love My Tru Body recalls all Skinny Bee Diet due to presence of sibutramine, desmethylsibutramine, and/phenolphthalein   McDonough, Georgia, 2016-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Love My Tru Body McDonough, GA is voluntarily recalling all of Skinny Bee Diet 500 mg MFD: 03.07.2106 EXP: 03.06.2018 distributed March 23 - April 28, 2016 to the consumer level after FDA…

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Bartell Drugs opens its newest location in Ballard on November 19

SEATTLE, 2016-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Showcasing new features for convenience and quality products, family-owned Bartell Drugs unveiled its newest location in Ballard on November 3. A grand opening celebration is scheduled for Saturday, November 19 from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. The more than 14,200-square-foot store is the 65th location in the 125-year-old chain’s regional…

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Ton Shen Health recalls Life Rising brand “Side Head Regulator TT” Tablets due to high levels of lead

Chicago, IL, 2016-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ton Shen Health of Chicago, IL, is recalling its Life Rising brand “Side Head Regulator TT” Tablets because they have tested positive for elevated levels of lead for children under the age of 18. Lead is a naturally occurring element which can affect multiple body systems and is…

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Tesco announces further reductions of sugar levels in its own brand soft drinks

Tesco announces further reductions of sugar levels in its own brand soft drinks   Tesco reaches next reformulation milestone in bid to give customers healthier choices. CHESHUNT, England, 2016-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — As part of its ongoing commitment to reduce the sugar, fat and salt content across all its own brands to help Britain’s shoppers make…

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Lindex together with its customers raised a total of 1.2 million euro for the fight against breast cancer

Lindex together with its customers raised a total of 1,2 million euro for the fight against breast cancer   Together with its customers, Lindex has raised a total of 1,2 million euro in all operating countries. Sweden, 2016-Nov-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lindex has through a range of activities boosted the fight against breast cancer, primarily through…

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Kmart Pharmacy partners with eHealth to help seniors determine the best Medicare insurance plan for them

Comparing drug coverage under Medicare insurance plans is now easier than ever for Kmart Pharmacy patients HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill., 2016-Nov-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kmart Pharmacy announced today (Nov 3, 2016) a new partnership with eHealth, Inc. (NASDAQ: EHTH), the nation's leading online marketplace for Medicare Part D, Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement plans, to help…

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American Ireland Fund Corporate Social Responsibility Award presented to Walgreens Boots Alliance

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2016-Nov-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — The American Ireland Fund honored Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) yesterday at its 32nd Annual Chicago Dinner for its commitment to and investment in the entire island of Ireland, both north and south. Walgreens Boots Alliance is only the fifth company with significant operations in the…

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El 61% de la población adulta española sufre ya sobrepeso u obesidad

El 61% de la población adulta española sufre ya sobrepeso u obesidad   La promoción de la actividad física, junto a una alimentación equilibrada son las claves para revertir la situación Los expertos insisten en la necesidad de una mejor vigilancia sistemática, la implementación de estrategias preventivas de carácter general a toda la población y…

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Schilling Cider and Bartell Drugs to host Blueberry Cobbler launch party on Friday, November 4th

SEATTLE, 2016-Nov-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — BLUEBERRY COBBLER KICKOFF PARTY Schilling Cider and Bartell Drugs will be hosting a Blueberry Cobbler kick off party Friday, November 4th from 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. at the Schilling Cider House, 708 N.34th St Seattle, WA. The event is open to the public, 21 and older. Outside food is welcome and…

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CVS Health announces CVS Caremark URAC accreditations in Health Call Center

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2016-Nov-03 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) announced today (Nov. 2, 2016) that pharmacy benefits manager CVS Caremark has earned URAC accreditations in Health Call Center for its Pharmacy Advisor counseling program as well as in Pharmacy Benefit Management and Drug Therapy Management. By achieving this status, CVS Health has demonstrated…

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Walgreens offers Veterans Day discount to all veterans, active duty military personnel on Nov. 11

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — To celebrate the service and sacrifices of the nation’s military, Walgreens is offering a Veterans Day discount to all veterans, active duty military personnel and their immediate family members. On Friday, Nov. 11, customers with a Walgreens Balance® Rewards card and valid military ID or proof of…

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Walgreens survey: prescription drug costs among top concerns for Medicare beneficiaries

Survey suggests millions don’t understand prescription drug benefits or opportunities for cost savings during open enrollment DEERFIELD, Ill., 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — One of the most important and, for some, puzzling times of year is the Medicare annual enrollment period, when more than 55 million Americans are able to evaluate and enroll in Medicare…

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St. Jude Thanks and Giving® campaign begins at Best Buy stores and online

St. Jude Thanks and Giving® campaign begins at Best Buy stores and online   Richfield, MN, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — Riding bikes. Playing with dolls. Throwing the ball around. These are the things childhood should be made of. Unfortunately, not every little one experiences those simple joys every day. For too many, childhood is interrupted by a…

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The Joy in Childhood Foundation’s 2016 National Community Cups® program returns to Dunkin’ Donuts stores this November

The Joy in Childhood Foundation's 2016 National Community Cups® program returns to Dunkin’ Donuts stores this November   CANTON, MA, 2016-Nov-02 — /EPR Retail News/ — This November, Dunkin’ Donuts will welcome the holidays and the seasonal spirit of giving with a special way for guests to help bring joy to children whose lives are affected by…

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Kohl’s partners with wellness ambassadors to inspire families to move towards a healthy lifestyle

MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis, 2016-Oct-31 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) announced today a new partnership with six healthy-living ambassadors to energize families through motivating wellness experiences and personalized content. The company is also making it even easier to find the right active solutions for everyone in the family by enhancing its portfolio of…

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CVS Health Corporation to hold 3Q financial results conference call on Tuesday, November 8, 2016

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2016-Oct-30 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health Corporation (NYSE:CVS) will be holding a conference call on Tuesday, November 8, 2016, at 8:30 a.m. (ET) with analysts and investors to discuss its third quarter financial results. An audio webcast of the conference call will be broadcast simultaneously through the Investor Relations portion of the CVS…

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Rite Aid Foundation donates $1.8 million to KidCents charities on behalf of customers who’ve received flu shot this season

Camp Hill, Pa., 2016-Oct-29 — /EPR Retail News/ — In recognition of customers who protect themselves, their families and their communities by getting flu shots this season, The Rite Aid Foundation announced today (Oct. 26, 2016)  that it is donating more than $1.8 million to KidCents charities that spread hope. Each of the more than 360…

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Stella McCartney launches new pink Lace Lingerie set and Breast Cancer Awareness campaign featuring Chelsea Handler

London, 2016-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — At the forefront of Stella McCartney’s new campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness is comedian and talk show host Chelsea Handler. Handler, the host of Chelsea on Netflix, will be supporting the designer’s initiative this October. With the aim to raise awareness around the disease and encourage women to keep healthy and…

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NEUERÖFFNUNG: MIGROS FITNESSPARK SIHLCITY

NEUERÖFFNUNG: MIGROS FITNESSPARK SIHLCITY   Gossau, Switzerland, 2016-Oct-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Am Montag, 31. Oktober, eröffnet in Sihlcity der siebte Fitnesspark der Genossenschaft Migros Zürich. Dieser bietet neben einer Fitnessarena und einem breiten Angebot an Gruppenkursen auch eine einladende Saunalandschaft. Auf dem ehemaligen Areal der Papierfabrik beleben Shopping, Multiplexkino, Hotel, diverse Restaurants und Wohnungen das Zentrum Sihlcity.…

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Walgreens Boots Alliance and RIte Aid extend merger agreement end date from 27 October 2016 to 27 January 2017

DEERFIELD, Ill. & CAMP HILL, Pa., 2016-Oct-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) and Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) today (20 October 2016) announced that, in accordance with the terms of their merger agreement dated 27 October 2015, they have mutually agreed to extend the end date of their merger…

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Walgreens Boots Alliance CEO Stefano Pessina on Q4 and FY 2016: We have continued to make good progress

DEERFIELD, Ill., 2016-Oct-23 — /EPR Retail News/ — Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA) today (20 October 2016) announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2016 that ended 31 August 2016. Executive Vice Chairman and CEO Stefano Pessina said, “We have continued to make good progress in putting in place the building blocks for…

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