Target had lower-than-expected sales in discretionary categories, as well as costs related to freight, supply chain disruptions, and increased compensation and headcount in its distribution centers.

NRF’s calculation of retail sales, which excludes automobile dealers, gasoline stations and restaurants, showed April sales were up 0.9% seasonally adjusted from March and up 6.4% unadjusted year over year.

The funding will help individuals experiencing homelessness address barriers to safe and affordable housing.

Walmart's first-quarter revenue, for the period ending April 30, was $141.6 billion, an increase of 2.4%.

The FDA has authorized a single booster dose for individuals aged 5 to 11 years old at least five months after completion of a primary series with the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine.

Approximately 75% of Walmart's U.S. salaried store, club and supply chain management started their careers in hourly positions, the company said.

Anita Patel is joining Walgreens in the newly created role of vice president, pharmacy services development. Rina Shah will serve in a newly created role of vice president, pharmacy of the future and healthcare segments.

The first location in Austin, Texas offers one-stop food, health care, physical therapy and nutrition services.

The mission of the Statement of Support program is to increase employer support of the nation’s Guard and Reserve units by encouraging employers to act as advocates for employee participation in the military.

​​​​​​​Wegmans has opened its 14th store in Virginia, bringing the retailer’s total store count to 107.

Alex Varkey will succeed Valerie Prince as APhA president on March 25, 2024, at the conclusion of the group's 2024 Annual Meeting & Exposition in Orlando, Fla.

After the sale, Walgreens Boots Alliance's ownership of AmerisourceBergen’s common stock has decreased from approximately 28.1% to approximately 25.2%.

The stress and workplace conditions explored in the survey findings have a negative impact on the ability to recruit, train and retain pharmacy personnel.

Yeung will be responsible for EnsembleIQ’s marketing strategy, including brand marketing, marketing communications and marketing operations.

Enstilar foam had a market value of roughly $115.2 million for the 12-month period ending March 2022, according to IQVIA.

The Mental Health First Aid training program teaches associates how to identify, understand and respond to people who are struggling with mental health challenges.

​​​​​​​SpartanNash is partnering with DoorDash to expand its grocery services and solutions across both digital and physical platforms through various initiatives.

​​​​​​​Walgreens is expected to reach a cage-free goal three years sooner.

​​​​​​​CVS Health is continuing its support of the American Heart Association's Go Red for Women movement with in-store fundraising during May.

Schnucks was honored for its strategic vision, culture and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

The fifth such survey since April 2020 tracks the impact the pandemic has had on the mental health of individuals aged 18 years old and older, as well as the utilization of new technology and tools to meet the demands for support.

Several pharmacy groups commended CMS for issuing a final rule eliminating Part D plans’ and PBMs’ use of DIR fees beginning Jan. 1, 2024, but indicated that more actions are needed to address PBMs’ harmful business practice.

Two winners will be selected by a panel of industry veterans to receive pro bono support from MPG’s team of manufacturer/retailer/branding experts.

Kroger is inviting local and regional growers and producers to apply for its second annual accelerator program.

Rite Aid Healthy Futures has provided $3 million in grant funding to 34 children’s hospitals through its Connecting Communities signature initiative.

The Dublin, Ohio-based company reported that its third quarter fiscal 2022 revenues increased while updating its full-year non-GAAP earnings per share guidance.

Events include nutrition store tours and virtual cooking classes like Freezer Meal Workshops and Wellness Wednesday classes.

CVS Health’s first quarter results brought increased revenue and earnings per share fueled by growth across all segments.

Walgreens' retail products and customer leadership team has three new executives.

The expansion brings nearly 800 new locations to Uber Eats, including to consumers in Connecticut, Indiana, New Hampshire, Utah, Vermont and Rhode Island.

The survey shows that a significant percentage of pharmacy technicians are leaving their roles due to poor working conditions that are creating concerns for patient safety.

Sree Chaguturu was named executive vice president and chief medical officer effective immediately, and Sheryl Burke has been appointed senior vice president of corporate social responsibility.

Hy-Vee ran a full-page advertisement in newspapers across Midwest cities detailing its restructuring.

The safes are anticipated to help prevent pharmacy robberies and the potential for associated diversion of controlled substance medications.

The program was developed for employers and payers to help close gaps in diabetes management.

The groups are urging Congress to replenish the Health Resources and Services Administration COVID-19 Uninsured Relief Fund.

Kroger Health is increasing access to COVID-19 care through its pharmacies, clinics and telehealth services.

More than 10 Village Medical at Walgreens are expected to open in Massachusetts by early 2023.

Veklury (remdesivir) is the first and only approved treatment for pediatric patients under age 12 years old with COVID-19.

Moderna's submission to the FDA is based on Phase 2/3 studies of mRNA-1273 in young children.

Marty Gardner will retire in May 2022, following a 40-year career with Wegmans.

Kroger is seeking to fill roles across all departments, including retail, e-commerce, pharmacy and health care.

All supplements, herbals, probiotics and CBD products sold at 106 Wegmans stores will be reviewed and tested by NSF.

With a ​​​​​​​prescription from their healthcare provider, Rite Aid customers have increased access to Paxlovid and Molnupiravir.

Kenneth ‘Wayne’ Orvis is leaving Walgreens after a career that spanned almost a quarter-century.

The report provides updates on the company's work to eliminate hunger, change children’s lives, heal the planet, support diversity, equity and inclusion and promote health and sustainability.

The store will be located in the DSW plaza at the corner of Middle County Road and Moriches Road.

Through a partnership with the Drug Enforcement Administration and state and local law enforcement officials, Kinney Drugs is offering safe disposal of expired and/or leftover controlled and non-controlled prescription drugs.

Who are the luminaries of the technology and automation industry? DSN is recognizing these companies with its Retail Excellence Awards — Technology and Automation.

Working alongside the Department of Commerce, Walmart expects to soon employ more than 1,300 local full-time associates at the new facility.

Prescription drug use reached a record level of 194 billion daily doses in 2021 as new prescription starts for both chronic and acute care recovered from the slowdown recorded in 2020, the report revealed.

CVS Health joins a consortium of leading companies and organizations addressing the planet’s plastic waste crisis as the Principal Retail Member of ReSource: Plastic.

The report highlights the retailer’s financial strength and positioning for ongoing success.

Rite Aid’s board concluded that the proposal was not credible and did not warrant further exploration.

AmerisourceBergen will use a blockchain solution that is expected to streamline and optimize the complex process of pharmaceutical charge-backs while creating greater connectivity for its suppliers and customers.

Peter ​​​​​​​Anjorin brings extensive experience in strategy, innovation and operations across corporate strategy, marketing and merchandising.

Amazon's Buy with Prime expands Prime shopping benefits to online stores beyond Amazon.com.

With a commitment to achieve net zero in its own operations by 2040, Albertsons has developed plans to eliminate food waste going to landfill, increase workforce diversity and help lead the fight against food insecurity.

Hy-Vee’s “Food Bank Fridays” is part of its One Step initiative that invites customers to make a $1 or $5 donation at their local Hy-Vee or Dollar Fresh Market store to help feed local families in need.

Teresa Dickerson joined Kroger in 2014 and has more than 20 years of experience in communications, public relations and community marketing.

Community Wellness Day includes free health screenings, affordable immunizations and wellness resources.

The company aligned its objectives with six specific United Nations Sustainable Development Goals to address hunger, health, education, inequalities, responsible consumption and production, and ocean conservation.

The retailer is introducing a new identity for its Member’s Mark brand — “Made with Our Member and Planet in Mind.”

Walmart and Sam’s Club have donated a total of 7 billion lbs. of food since 2006.

Hy-Vee is donating $50,000 from the company’s One Step charitable program to fund “Unite for Ukraine” on April 26.

For the first time in two years, Red Noses are available for purchase at Walgreens locations nationwide in support of Red Nose Day.

Plastic bags have been eliminated at 61 stores, including additional Virginia locations, as well as at select stores in Massachusetts and Maryland.

The NACDS Annual Meeting Product Box program has been a springboard for clients of the Palm Beach Habilitation Center, now The Arc of Palm Beach County, to find employment off-site and in the Palm Beach County community.

The donation will help the food pantry continue its efforts to nourish neighbors in need.

The product, which will be marketed under the proprietary name Alymsys, represents the third bevacizumab biosimilar approval.

Growth in the retail pharmacy segment drove a 2.5% and 2.2% hike in Rite Aid's revenues for the quarter and year, respectively.

Ahold Delhaize is joining a multi-industry initiative that is intended to create sustainable value from the recycling of flexible plastics.

The report addresses the drivers impacting workplace and well-being.

Mark Irby, retired Publix vice president of marketing, was elected to the retailer’s board of directors.

The company shared plans to improve more patient and provider experiences across a number of solutions.

Former PayPal exec John Rainey will assume the responsibilities of CFO at Walmart on June 6, succeeding Brett Biggs.

Spanning Kroger's private label brands, as well as other major food and household brands, the move marks an important expansion in the grocery retailer's larger sustainability efforts.

Circular Connector is an online tool that is intended to bridge the gap between companies searching for more sustainable packaging ideas and those that offer them.

Walgreens is taking further steps to reduce theft in its stores by focusing on crime prevention in expanding its partnership with Alto US.

CVS Health's new commitment accelerates the timeline for the company to be cage-free by three years, The Humane League said.

Donated funds were raised through a roundup at the register campaign in Honor of Black History Month.

Walmart drivers can now make up to $110,000 in their first year with the company.

The NACDS RxIMPACT pharmacy tour in Mississippi included a visit by U.S. Rep. Trent Kelly (R-Miss.) to a Kroger in Tupelo, Miss.

Wakefern is launching a pilot with Simbe to deploy the retail technology company’s business intelligence solution, Tally, at stores throughout their trading area.

PLMA has named Doug Bausch, vice president of sales and marketing at LNK International, as chair of its board of directors.

Kroger Restaurant Supply's service connects local restaurant operators with fresh food at wholesale prices.

Winners include team members from the retailer's stores, distribution centers and corporate office.

Novartis will integrate the pharmaceuticals and oncology business units and create two separate commercial organizations with a stronger geographic focus — Innovative Medicines U.S. and Innovative Medicines International.

Tracey James will assume the chief operating officer position to support future company strategy.

Triumeq, the first dispersible single-tablet regimen containing dolutegravir, increases age-appropriate treatment options for children living with HIV, the company said.

APhA Foundation has named new board members and elected officers, as well as an executive fellow.

Bed Bath & Beyond and buybuy Baby selections are now available on Kroger.com.

The initiative is designed to reduce care gaps and improve care management and coordination by providing access to more affordable and convenient services in the communities where Blue Shield members live.

The new Columbus facility will replace Cardinal Health's current 235,000-sq.-ft. facility in nearby Obetz, Ohio.

Walmart Health Centers are planned for the Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa areas.

MSN Labs and Sun Pharmaceutical are the only remaining defendants in a related consolidated case.

This allocation effort is a part of the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program for COVID-19 Vaccination, which includes Good Neighbor Pharmacy.

The ‘Supermarket and Web-based Intervention targeting Nutrition’ study validates the positive impact of retail-based dietary interventions.

Free A1C screenings will be administered at select Hy-Vee stores throughout the month.

​​​​​​​Medicare Part B will cover up to eight over-the-counter COVID-19 tests each month.

The expanded indication for the first and only complete long-acting HIV regimen provides an option with as few as six dosing days per year for virologically suppressed young people living with HIV.

Ozempic will be available in 0.5 mg, 1 mg and 2 mg to help people with Type 2 diabetes reach their blood sugar (A1C) goal, including those with a higher A1C who have been unable to meet their A1C target.