August 16, 2022 by Chain Drug Review
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WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS Health is reminding Americans that it is more important than ever to stay current with vaccinations and other routine health care needs. By getting an annual flu shot, ensuring COVID-19 boosters are up to date, and taking other proactive preventative health measures, individuals and families can help protect themselves against seasonal flu
September 13, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Despite many people experiencing vaccine fatigue due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, Meijer pharmacists are urging patients to get their flu shots as flu season quickly approaches. “We know many people are tired of hearing about vaccines right now,” said vice president of pharmacy Jackie Morse. “However, COVID-19 is still a
December 8, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
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ARLINGTION, Va. — To coincide with National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) — a national awareness week being observed December 6-12 that highlights the importance of influenza vaccination — the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) and the National Forum for Heart Disease & Stroke Prevention today released a 60-second video urging Americans to receive their flu vaccination. The video features 10
November 27, 2019 by Bill Schiffner
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DEERFIELD, Ill.— With National Influenza Vaccination Week coming up (December 1 to 7), Walgreens is helping to dispel some of the top flu myths such as getting the flu shot can give you the flu and if it’s later in the flu season and you haven’t gotten a flu shot yet, there’s really no point.
December 3, 2018 by Chain Drug Review
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WOONSOCKET, R.I. — In conjunction with National Influenza Vaccination Week (Dec. 2-8), CVS Health is reminding customers that it is not too late to get a flu shot to protect themselves and their loved ones from the flu. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) established National Influenza Immunization Week (NIVW) in 2005 to
November 28, 2018 by Chain Drug Review
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ATLANTA, Ga. — Needle fear contributed to an estimated 12,000 influenza deaths in the 2017-2018 flu season and impacts biologic adherence for 86% of patients. A new study out this month demonstrates a fast, inexpensive device called “Buzzy” that is widely used for IV access in hospitals may change that. Buzzy, manufactured by Pain Care Labs, is a vibrating
October 8, 2018 by Chain Drug Review
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DEERFIELD, Ill. — Nearly two-thirds of Americans plan to get a flu shot this year, according to Walgreens 2018-2019 Flu Season Survey. The survey reported that with missed holiday parties and postponed vacations, last year’s flu season led to loads of FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) as the strain of Influenza A led to more
October 3, 2018 by Chain Drug Review
Bartell Drugs, Chris Simard, flu shot
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SEATTLE – Bartell’s pharmacy is prepared to help protect customers from the flu with a fast and easy vaccination program. Receiving an annual flu vaccine is the first and most important step in protecting against influenza and its potentially serious complications. “Flu vaccinations can help reduce flu illnesses, doctor’s visits and missed work or school
September 27, 2018 by Chain Drug Review
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CAMP HILL, Pa. — Health officials say getting a flu shot early can help prevent the flu from spreading among communities, which is the mission of leading drugstore chain Rite Aid. Through an integrated marketing initiative rolling out this month, Rite Aid is urging people of all ages to get a flu shot to help create
September 10, 2018 by Chain Drug Review
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LANDOVER, Md. — Giant Food announced today that flu shots are once again available at all of its in-store pharmacies for both adults and children. The vaccinations are administered by Giant’s dedicated and certified in-store pharmacists and are often covered in-full by most insurance plans. “Giant welcomes everyone to come speak to one of our pharmacists
April 19, 2018 by Brian Bossetta
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HOUSTON — A recent Rice University study predicts the flu vaccine for fall 2018 — a new H3N2 formulation for the first time since 2015 — will likely have the same reduced efficacy against the dominant circulating strain of influenza A as the vaccine given in 2016 and 2017 due to viral mutations related to vaccine
January 10, 2017 by Chain Drug Review
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NEW YORK — Reports from pharmacy retailers indicate that flu activity has been on the rise. Supercenter chain Meijer Inc. said Monday that purchases of over-the-counter cold and flu remedies at its stores have climbed 30% in recent weeks. The sales increase, according to Meijer pharmacists, suggests a troubling trend: Many consumers may have passed
December 5, 2016 by Chain Drug Review
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NEW YORK — In support of National Influenza Vaccination Week, Rite Aid and CVS Pharmacy are giving consumers more reasons to come to their pharmacies for a flu shot. Rite Aid is offering customers $5 off the cash price of a flu vaccination through Dec. 17. The standard trivalent flu shot costs $27.99 and the
October 25, 2016 by Chain Drug Review
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RICHMOND, British Columbia — London Drugs is spotlighting its pharmacies as a convenient place for Canadians to get a flu shot. The western Canada drug chain said the 2016-17 seasonal flu vaccine is available at all of its 78 stores. Patients can book appointments online or call a London Drugs pharmacy. All locations also offer