SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — As part of its continuing efforts to serve the community, Lewis Drug hosted Melanoma Monday at its location here on May 1. During the annual event, 143 people were screened free by dermatologists from Sanford Dermatology, Avera Dermatology and Dakota Dermatology, according to Bill Ladwig, senior vice president of professional services
Lewis Drug is celebrating its 75th anniversary, and the company is marking the occasion with a yearlong series of promotions and special events. The first of them, Customer Appreciation Day on March 25, will highlight the Sioux Falls, S.D.-based company’s heritage and close ties to the communities it serves in that state, Iowa and Minnesota,
NEW YORK — Regional pharmacy chain Lewis Drug is implementing iMedicare, a service that helps patients make more informed decisions when choosing a Medicare Advantage or Medicare Part D plan. Plans call for Lewis Drug to integrate the iMedicare decision-automation platform into the pharmacy systems at its 45 drug stores in South Dakota, Iowa and
The day before the presidential primaries, highlights at the NACDS Annual Meeting included predictions by election analyst Larry Sabato, founder of the University of Virginia Center for Politics. Speaking at the NACDS Chain Member and PAC Breakfast, Sabato told attendees the election likely will come down to a few states. Still, at this time, it’s
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Lewis Drug is getting ready to open its 50th store, which will mark a milestone for the regional pharmacy chain. The outlet, formerly an independent pharmacy, is located rural Clear Lake, S.D., and will get upgraded systems and a fresh look. The front end will get Lewis’ curated assortment of health
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Last year brought dramatic expansion for Lewis Drug, as it acquired 12 stores in three states. The pickups brought the chain’s store count at the start of 2015 to 46, and more purchases are in the works. In the first half of 2014 the retailer bought a half-dozen independent outlets across
NEWARK, N.J. — Inergetics Inc. has landed retail distribution for its Bikini Ready Lifestyle and SlimTrim dietary supplement products at Lewis Drug. The nutritional and consumer health company said Tuesday that its products will be available at Lewis Drug locations in South Dakota, Iowa and Minnesota in the coming weeks. “Lewis Drug is a terrific
