LONDON — With COVID-19 declared to be a pandemic by the World Health Organization. Since the very beginning of the outbreak early in 2020, the pharmacy industry and the medical community have been focusing their efforts on investigating drugs that can be repurposed to treat the symptoms, as well as developing new vaccines to tackle
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS Health is issued the following response to the COVID-19 outbreak on its website: Companywide COVID-19 preparation Through the work of the CVS Health Emergency Response & Resiliency Team and Infectious Disease Response Team, we continue to actively monitor the current international and domestic environment for coronavirus-related risks and prepare accordingly. Specifically,
PARSIPPANY, N.J. — Global health and hygiene company RB – makers of the popular Lysol brand of disinfectant products – has launched a new public health information campaign assessing and evaluating claims related to COVID-19. The campaign is focused on correcting misinformation, challenging misperceptions and debunking common myths. The new website – www.covid-19facts.com – has been developed
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS Pharmacy is adjusting the operational hours for all its locations across Puerto Rico, in accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order. Effective Monday, March 16, all CVS Pharmacy locations in Puerto Rico will open at 5 a.m.and close at 9 p.m. CVS Pharmacy 24-hour locations will continue to provide drive-through prescription services after 9 p.m. The following locations will offer
DEERFIELD, Ill. — Walgreens is taking a number of steps in its stores and pharmacies across the U.S., and introducing additional services, to help support customers and patients during the COVID-19 pandemic. “We’re working around the clock to best meet the needs of our customers, patients and in communities we serve, as our role as
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS Health announced on Friday several steps to support Aetna members in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. “Supporting the health and well-being of our members and removing barriers to care are among our key areas of focus as we navigate the spread of COVID-19,” said Karen Lynch, president, Aetna and executive vice
SEATTLE – Bartell’s is shipping more over-the-counter products to stores after experiencing high demand due to concerns relative to COVID-19 this weekend. The most sought-after items include O-T-C medications, hand sanitizers, disinfectants and antibacterial sprays. “We are shipping thousands of units to the stores this week.” said Ken Mahoney, senior vice president of operations at
ATLANTA — In order to get in front of the conronavirus (COVID-19), the CDC has issued guidance for businesses to plan for and respond to COVID-19 and recommends that they implement the following strategies immediately: Actively encourage sick employees to stay home: Employees who have symptoms of acute respiratory illness are recommended to stay home and
