COVID-19

Deloitte reports consumers continue to hold financial sentiments steady
Deloitte’s Global State of the Consumer Tracker reported that discretionary spending remains steady, with consumers planning to spend an average of $4,800 per household during the next month.
Study reports consumers expect brands to go the extra mile with safety standards
According to research from Qualtrics, 30% of consumers started purchasing from new brands during the past 18 months because they liked new safety measures adopted and 22% stopped shopping with a brand because they felt the health and safety measures were insufficient.

AmerisourceBergen releases 2021 Global Sustainability Report

The report highlights AmerisourceBergen’s commitment to corporate responsibility and global sustainability, and contains detailed information on ESG performance.
Pfizer, BioNTech seek EU authorization of COVID-19 vaccine for children

At the request of the FDA, the companies have submitted available data on the safety and efficacy of two 3 µg doses as part of a three-dose primary series for children aged 6 months old to 4 years old.
Nearly 30 firms to make generic version of Merck’s COVID-19 pill

Nearly 30 generic drugmakers in Asia, Africa and the Middle East will make inexpensive versions of Merck’s COVID-19 pill molnupiravir, according to a report.
Meijer to provide free at-home PCR tests for COVID-19

The retailer is offering at-home COVID-19 PCR tests free of charge to customers at its 254 pharmacies throughout the Midwest.
Stop & Shop, About Fresh to increase fresh food access in Massachusetts

After a successful pilot at Stop & Shop’s Grove Hall store, the program is now available at more than 100 store locations in Eastern Massachusetts and will expand to all stores by early spring.
Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine obtains full FDA approval

The Food and Drug Administration approved Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine, known as Spikevax, which was previously available to the public under emergency use authorization.
Walmart, Quest Diagnostics launch consumer-initiated laboratory testing solution

Quest Diagnostics announced that it will now offer consumer-initiated laboratory testing powered by QuestDirect in collaboration with Walmart.
The evolution of retail pharmacy demands innovation: New tools embrace data and automation to drive efficiencies and enhance patient service

Changes in retail pharmacy ushered in by the pandemic will continue to accelerate with greater adoption of technology and clinical care services.

Deloitte reports consumers continue to hold financial sentiments steady

Study reports consumers expect brands to go the extra mile with safety standards

AmerisourceBergen releases 2021 Global Sustainability Report

Pfizer, BioNTech seek EU authorization of COVID-19 vaccine for children

Nearly 30 firms to make generic version of Merck’s COVID-19 pill

Meijer to provide free at-home PCR tests for COVID-19

Stop & Shop, About Fresh to increase fresh food access in Massachusetts

Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine obtains full FDA approval

Walmart, Quest Diagnostics launch consumer-initiated laboratory testing solution

The evolution of retail pharmacy demands innovation: New tools embrace data and automation to drive efficiencies and enhance patient service