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Rite Aid Corporation announces sales results for June 2014

CAMP HILL, Pa., 2014-7-3 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) today announced sales results for June. Monthly Sales For the four weeks ended June 28, 2014, same store sales increased 3.9 percent over the prior-year period. June front-end same store sales increased 0.9 percent. Pharmacy same store sales, which included an approximate 169 basis…
July 3, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid pharmacists across Ohio now able to administer the MMR vaccine adults 18 and older as number of measles and mumps cases increase statewide

As Number of Measles and Mumps Cases Increase Statewide, Rite Aid Pharmacists Stand Ready to Immunize Under Governor Kasich's Emergency Order CAMP HILL, PA, 2014-7-2 — /EPR Retail News/ —  In response to the increasing number of measles and mumps cases and under Ohio Governor John Kasich's emergency order, Rite Aid pharmacists across Ohio are now able to…
July 2, 20140Comments

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Meijer sponsors the pharmacy technician adult career training program at the West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-6-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Meijer is sponsoring the pharmacy technician adult career training program at the West Michigan Center for Arts + Technology in an effort to recruit well-trained graduates for placement in its pharmacies throughout West Michigan. The investment also strengthens the retailer’s commitment to continued education and partnership with WMCAT that…
June 26, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid Corporation and Heritage Provider Network to bring Rite Aid Health Alliance program to HPN’s chronic and poly-chronic patients across Southern California

Rite Aid President and COO Ken Martindale and Heritage Provider Network President and CEO Richard Merkin, M.D., To Discuss Collaboration During In-Store Event June 24 in Woodland Hills, California CAMP HILL, Pa. and MARINA DEL REY Calif., 2014-6-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD), one of the nation's leading drug store chains, and…
June 25, 20140Comments

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Sainsbury’s reduced sugar content in its own brand chilled juice drinks by 16.7 million teaspoons per year

LONDON, 2014-6-25 — /EPR Retail News/ —  As part of it's commitment to being the best retailer for food and health, Sainsbury’s has reduced the sugar content in its own brand chilled juice drinks by 83.5 tonnes a year, which equates to over 16.7 million teaspoons or 329 million fewer calories per year. The new healthier range…
June 25, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid President and CEO Ken Martindale officially marked the grand re-opening of the Company’s Beverly Hills store

Rite Aid President and Chief Operating Officer Ken Martindale to Host Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony at 11 a.m. Store Rich in Innovation and Unique Merchandising Concepts is the Latest Rite Aid's On-Going Evolution of its Wellness Store Format Rite Aid Foundation Reinforces Commitment to Beverly Hills Community and Beyond, Presenting Donations to Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Beverly Hills…
June 24, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid Corporation reported $6.5 billion revenues for its fiscal first quarter ended May 31, 2014

First Quarter Net Income of $41.4 Million and Net Income per Diluted Share of $0.04, Compared to Prior Year's First Quarter Net Income of $89.7 Million and Net Income per Diluted Share of $0.09 First Quarter Adjusted EBITDA of $282.6 Million Compared to Adjusted EBITDA of $344.8 Million in Prior First Quarter Rite Aid Confirms Outlook…
June 20, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid increased supplies of whooping cough booster vaccine Tdap at all 578 California locations after “Epidemic” spike in whooping cough cases for 2014

Increase Comes After State Public Health Officials Report "Epidemic" Spike in Whooping Cough Cases for 2014 CAMP HILL, PA, 2014-6-20 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Rite Aid has increased supplies of the whooping cough booster vaccine Tdap at all 578 California locations after the California Department of Public Health reported1 the number of whooping cough cases in the state…
June 20, 20140Comments

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Meijer pharmacy marks 20 millionth free customer prescription through its free prescription program

Retailer’s program helps address rising health care costs, saving customers more than $284 million GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-6-20 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Meijer pharmacies marked a major milestone this month when one of the retailer’s pharmacists dispensed the 20 millionth free customer prescription through its free prescription program. The program – a first of its kind when…
June 20, 20140Comments

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Giant launches International Pre-Travel Consultations and Immunizations at select Giant Food stores

In-Store Pharmacists Offer International Pre-Travel Consultations and Immunizations to Giant Customers LANDOVER, Md., 2014-6-20 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Travel-related illnesses can ruin a good trip; no matter where in the world you go. In an effort to keep customers healthy on their adventures and provide a full range of health services, Giant Food of Landover, Md. is…
June 20, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid to host 21 days of special events for customers in preparation for the grand re-opening of its store at 300 North Canon Drive in Beverly Hills

Camp Hill, Pa., 2014-6-13 — /EPR Retail News/ —   In preparation for the grand re-opening of the Rite Aid located at 300 North Canon Drive in Beverly Hills, the Company announced today it will kick off the celebration by hosting 21 days of special events for customers. "Rite Aid is proud to have been a part of…
June 13, 20140Comments

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Meijer opened 190,000 square-foot supercenter in Alma, Michigan

190,000-square-foot store features fresh produce delivered daily, a free prescription program and pharmacy services promoting family health GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2014-6-13 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Meijer opened a supercenter today in Alma, Mich., President J.K. Symancyk announced. The 190,000 square-foot store at 2805 West Cheesman Road has created more than 270 new jobs and will provide local…
June 13, 20140Comments

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ShopRite of Sewell, NJ, will now have in-store dietitian to help customers live healthier lifestyles

In-Store Dietitian Brings Free Health and Wellness Services to ShopRite Customers Keasbey, NJ, 2014-6-13 — /EPR Retail News/ —  To help customers live healthier lifestyles, ShopRite of Sewell, NJ, will now provide the free services of an in-store dietitian. Frank Bottino, manager with Bottino’s ShopRite, a family business that owns and operates the ShopRite of Sewell, announced today that…
June 13, 20140Comments

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Kelly Ripa to promote “QVC Presents Super Saturday LIVE” on QVC Saturday, July 26 to benefit Ovarian Cancer Research Fund

Kelly Ripa Stars in Public Service Announcements for "QVC Presents Super Saturday LIVE," Benefitting Ovarian Cancer Research Fund WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2014-6-12 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Kelly Ripa is shopping to save lives as she fills up her bag with designer deals that will contribute to the cure for ovarian cancer. Ripa, one of the most renowned…
June 12, 20140Comments

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Penn State Hershey Health System to join Rite Aid Health Alliance initiative

Rite Aid Pharmacists, Penn State Physicians and Special Care Coaches to Provide Personalized, Community-Based Health Management to Chronic and Poly-Chronic Patients in Hershey and Greater Harrisburg CAMP HILL, Pa., 2014-6-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE:RAD) today announced Penn State Hershey Health System as the latest healthcare provider to join its Rite Aid Health Alliance…
June 10, 20140Comments

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Sainsbury’s teamed up with Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust to raise funds and awareness for cervical cancer prevention

LONDON, 2014-6-10 — /EPR Retail News/ —  This week is Cervical Screening Awareness Week and to mark the occasion Sainsbury’s has teamed up with Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust – the UK’s only cervical cancer charity – to raise funds and awareness for cervical cancer prevention. From 8-14 June, 50p from the sale of every pair of…
June 10, 20140Comments

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Walgreens launches nationwide program offering talking prescription devices to customers with visual impairments

Initiative adds to Walgreens other accessible prescription information services; leadership of blindness organizations praise company’s program DEERFIELD, Ill., 2014-6-3 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Walgreens, the nation’s largest drugstore chain (NYSE: WAG) (Nasdaq: WAG), today announced the launch of a nationwide program offering talking prescription devices to customers with visual impairments. The initiative introduces a new service that…
June 3, 20140Comments

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Sigma: Amcal Pharmacy honored with Canstar Blue Most Satisfied Customers Award – Pharmacy for 2014

Victoria, Australia, 2014-5-30 — /EPR Retail News/  —  Amcal Pharmacy has won the prestigious Canstar Blue Most Satisfied Customers Award - Pharmacy for 2014, ahead of other well-known pharmacy brands. “We are extremely pleased to receive the Canstar Blue award on behalf of our Amcal pharmacies this year. Amcal pharmacists pride themselves on providing expert advice…
May 30, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid supports The Skin Cancer Foundation’s annual Road to Healthy Skin Tour

7th Annual Coast-to-Coast Tour Brings Free Skin Cancer Screenings to 53 Rite Aid Pharmacies Nationwide   CAMP HILL, Pa., 2014-5-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  For the seventh consecutive year, Rite Aid (NYSE: RAD) will proudly serve as the presenting sponsor of The Skin Cancer Foundation's annual Road to Healthy Skin Tour. Kicking off today, the Tour…
May 28, 20140Comments

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The Defense Commissary Agency to unveil “Your Healthy Lifestyle Festival” June 6 through July 6 at 236 installations worldwide

FORT LEE, Va., 2014-5-19 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Defense Commissary Agency will unveil the Your Healthy Lifestyle Festival June 6 through July 6 at 236 installations worldwide. This inaugural event will allow patrons to see discounted prices on produce at commissary farmers markets, savings on workout equipment at exchanges, and fitness events hosted by…
May 19, 20140Comments

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Alliance Boots reports annual results for the year ended 31 March 2014

Nottingham,  2014-5-16 — /EPR Retail News/ —  “On track to become the world leader in both retail pharmacy and pharmaceutical wholesaling” Highlights: Revenue reported: up 4.3% to £23.4 billion including share of associates and joint ventures: up 4.3% to £25.7 billion Trading profit reported: up 0.4% to £1,270 million including share of associates and joint ventures: up 7.7% to £1,382…
May 16, 20140Comments

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Alliance Boots comments on Mexico media speculations about potential acquisition of Casa Saba’s pharmaceutical wholesale and distribution business

Nottingham,  2014-5-14 — /EPR Retail News/ —  In response to a media story which appeared in El Economista in Mexico on 12 May 2014 and also reported in MergerMarket in the UK on 13 May 2014, Alliance Boots denies having had any contact with Pharma Equity Global Fund and World Global Equity Fund, and further…
May 14, 20140Comments

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Alliance Boots to acquire Farmacias Ahumada and Farmacias Benavides

Alliance Boots today announces that it has signed an agreement to acquire Farmacias Ahumada ("FASA"). Nottingham, 2014-5-7 — /EPR Retail News/ —  The acquisition comprises two main businesses, which together operate over 1,400 stores, with combined revenues of around £835 million. Farmacias Benavides is the third largest retail pharmacy chain in Mexico with around 1,000 stores,…
May 7, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid Foundation donates $40,000 to American Red Cross to help victims affected by the severe weather in the southeast

Camp Hill, Pa., 2014-5-5 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Rite Aid today announced that The Rite Aid Foundation is making a $40,000 donation to the American Red Cross to help the victims, families and communities affected by the severe weather that occurred in the southeast earlier this week. The Rite Aid Foundation is donating $25,000 to the…
May 5, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid Corporation appoints Matt Lynch as senior VP and chief information officer

CAMP HILL, PA, 2014-5-5 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) announced today that Matt Lynch, an information technology executive with nearly 30 years' experience, is joining Rite Aid as senior vice president and chief information officer. In this position, Lynch will be responsible for all aspects of the company's technology and information operations,…
May 5, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid to serve as platinum sponsor of the Entertainment Industry Foundation’s Revlon Run/Walk For Women events in May

NYC and LA Events Benefit Women's Cancer Research, Counseling and Outreach Programs Winning Nail Enamels from Revlon's "Your Story, Your Shade" Contest Available Exclusively at Rite Aid CAMP HILL, Pa., 2014-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ —  For the second straight year, Rite Aid will proudly serve as a platinum sponsor of the Entertainment Industry Foundation's Revlon…
May 1, 20140Comments

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Rite Aid Corporation announced sales results for April 2014

CAMP HILL, Pa., 2014-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) today announced sales results for April. Monthly Sales For the four weeks ended April 26, 2014, same store sales increased 5.0 percent over the prior-year period. April front-end same store sales increased 4.7 percent, with 4.6 percent of the increase attributable to a shift in…
May 1, 20140Comments

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Target opens two Brunet Target affiliated pharmacies at the Brossard and Sainte-Dorothée Target store locations

Two locations now open at the Brossard and Sainte-Dorothée Target store locations MONTREAL, QC,   2014-5-1 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Target announced today that two Brunet Target affiliated pharmacies are now open at the Brossard and Sainte-Dorothée Target store locations. As previously announced, a total of 18 pharmacies operated by pharmacist-owners affiliated with Brunet will open…
May 1, 20140Comments

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Sigma Pharmaceuticals Limited acquires Central Healthcare Pty Ltd for $24.5 million

Sigma has purchased Central Healthcare for $24.5 million Further potential for an earn-out payment at 30 June 2015 Acquisition will be immediately earnings accretive and will generate approximately $3.5 million in additional annual EBITDA in first full year of operations ACCC clearance already received Victoria, Australia, 2014-4-28 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Sigma Pharmaceuticals Limited (Sigma) is…
April 28, 20140Comments

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Target pharmacists in Canada available to provide expert advice on how to manage allergy symptoms this spring

Expert advice and innovative products available at Target Pharmacies across Canada MISSISSAUGA, 2014-4-24 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Target announced today that pharmacists across Canada are available in-store to help answer guests’ questions and provide expert advice on how to manage unpleasant allergy symptoms this spring. Approximately one in four Canadians currently suffer from seasonal allergies and…
April 24, 20140Comments

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