August 30, 2022 by Chain Drug Review
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GOUVERNEUR, N.Y. – Kinney Drugs has opened flu vaccination appointments in all its pharmacies in New York and Vermont. The 100% employee-owned pharmacy chain has ample supply of vaccines for ages 2-64 in New York and 3-64 in Vermont as well as high-dose vaccine for seniors age 65+. Its pharmacists also offer several options designed to
August 18, 2022 by Chain Drug Review
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WEST DES MOINES, Iowa —Hy-Vee, Inc. announced Thursday that the flu vaccine is now available inside its more than 270 Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations, with no appointment or prescription necessary. Drive-thru flu clinics will also be offered at Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations throughout the company’s eight-state region on select days. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
August 4, 2022 by Chain Drug Review
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PHILADELPHIA — Rite Aid announced on Thursday that it has opened online scheduling for flu shots at its locations including Bartell Drugs in the Pacific Northwest, and is now accepting walk-ins, providing convenient options for families to get vaccinated. “With children going back to school, now is the perfect time to schedule a flu shot
August 24, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
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WEST DES MOINES, Iowa — Hy-Vee, Inc. announced on Tuesday that the flu vaccine is now available inside its more than 275 Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations, with no appointment or prescription necessary. Drive-thru flu clinics will also be offered at Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations throughout the company’s eight-state region on select days through Oct. 30. The Centers
August 24, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
Dr. Kevin Ban, flu shots, Walgreens
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DEERFIELD, Ill. – Walgreens announced on Tuesday that it now offering flu shots for everyone ages 3 and up by walk-in or appointment at more than 9,000 store locations nationwide to help protect communities from vaccine-preventable illnesses such as influenza. This year’s flu season coincides with the return to many in-person school, work, travel and
August 18, 2021 by Chain Drug Review
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BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart is helping America stay healthy this flu season by making it easier than ever to get flu shots. The retailer is now offering low-cost flu shots in over 4,600 Walmart pharmacies nationwide via walk-up and community flu shot clinics. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends everyone aged six
December 7, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
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WOONSOCKET, R.I. — CVS Health is reminding everyone that it’s not too late to get a flu shot, as the country marks National Influenza Vaccination Week (Dec. 6 through 12). The flu shot is the most effective way to protect against the flu and is an important step individuals and families can take to help safeguard
November 11, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
Dr. Rahul Gupta, flu shots, March of Dimes, NACDS
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ARLINGTON, Va.– From September 22 to October 26, the National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation and March of Dimes, the leading nonprofit fighting for the health of moms and babies, conducted a national public awareness campaign to encourage Americans to get vaccinated for the flu – a vital step in keeping communities safe
November 5, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
Detroit Tigers and the Lansing Lugnuts, flu shots, Meijer, State of Michigan
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — In an effort to reach more individuals early in the flu season, Meijer has teamed up with the State of Michigan, the Detroit Tigers and the Lansing Lugnuts to host two free multi-city flu shot clinics for everyone, regardless of insurance coverage, including those who are uninsured or have limited insurance
October 8, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
Dr. Kevin Ban, flu shots, Walgreens
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DEERFIELD, Ill.— A new Walgreens survey conducted online in August by The Harris Poll reveals that for many, the COVID-19 pandemic has created urgency around getting this year’s flu vaccine. The study said that 72% of Americans will probably or definitely will get the flu shot this season, with 32% of all U.S. adults saying
October 6, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
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WASHINGTON — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Assistant Secretary for Health Admiral Brett P. Giroir, M.D. received his flu vaccination on Monday at a Washington, D.C. Harris Teeter pharmacy. Giroir posted on Twitter: “Today, I joined the other #flufighters and got my #flushot at my neighborhood pharmacy – @HarrisTeeter! Thank you @HarrisTeeter, @NACDS, and all community
October 5, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
COVID-19, CVS Health, flu shots, Shipt
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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Shipt, a leading same-day delivery service and marketplace, announced Monday it will offer all active shoppers free flu shots through their local CVS Pharmacy this year as the country continues to grapple with the COVID-19 pandemic. According to CVS Health, it is even more essential for Americans to receive the flu shot
September 23, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — As flu season approaches and COVID-19 remains at the front of customers’ minds, Meijer pharmacists are expecting record-breaking turnout for patients getting their flu shots over the next few weeks. The retailer expects to administer nearly double the number of flu-shot immunizations compared to last year. “When it comes to getting
September 23, 2020 by Chain Drug Review
Ahold Delhaize, flu shots, Giant Food, Giant's signature Airstream vehicle, Paul Zvaleny
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LANDOVER, Md. — Giant Food announced this week that it will be offering flu vaccinations for both adults and children at new mobile clinics throughout Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia and Delaware through October. The vaccinations will be administered by Giant’s specially trained, dedicated, and certified pharmacists, require no appointment and are often covered in-full by most insurance plans. Giant’s