Pharmacy Business

Beginning next week, the Kroger/Michigan division will offer immunizations well in advance of the illness' peak time.

The grocerwholesaler is offering immunization options in 30 states.

This fall, Walmart will open the first pharmacy owned by a chain store to be housed in a pharmacy school.

The report found that each dollar spent in retailers with pharmacies has a ripple effect throughout the industry.

In response to an increase in diagnosis of diabetes among adults, Supervalu said it is expanding its “Eating Healthy with Diabetes” initiative beyond its original Chicagoland-based Jewel-Osco Pharmacies to now include in-store pharmacies in major markets in 18 additional states.

The initiative, which includes discounts on generic drugs, OTC items, and foods, rolls out New Year's Day.

Both grocers were recognized for their contributions to the industry.

The new pharmacy promo gives customers 10 percent grocery discounts with new or transferred prescriptions.