At a special meeting held Tuesday, more than 98% of shares voted in favor of the $69 billion merger that CVS Health said it expects to close in the second half of 2018, pending regulatory approval.
At the recent DSN Industry Issues Summit in New York City retail executives confirmed that retailers must take action on many different fronts if they want to remain relevant and ultimately be successful.
Ritzman Pharmacy at NEOMED promotes community-oriented, whole-person health by providing access to services that promote better overall health outcomes.
In addition,collaborations between Walgreens and charitable organizations can also help decrease other costs that may inhibit treatment, including premiums and transportation to medical appointments.
Nationally, 1,932 Rite Aid drugstores are being acquired by Walgreens. While external signage remains Rite Aid for the time being, stores will be converted to the Walgreens brand in phases over time.
The Cincinnati-based retailer currently delivers from more than 872 stores across the country, and it offers 1,091 curbside pickup locations with plans to add 500 new locations in 2018.
