Film fest features nontraditional digital video Aug 10, 2008
Pure Digital's one-time-use disposable video camera - the namesake of the Disposable Film Festival - sold at the drugstore chain CVS in 2005 and is still available for purchase ($30). And then, along with Super 8, there's the classic low-resolution video camera: Fisher-Price's PixelVision, a.k.a the KiddieCorder. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Company-Based and Retail Clinics Aug 9, 2008
Many companies are opening employee clinics, and retailers like Wal-Mart, CVS, and Walgreen s are opening onsite clinics for the public ... Companies like Wal-Mart, CVS, and Walgreen s are opening clinics around the country. (Suite101.com)
SUPER SISTERS: Orangeburg siblings achieve top honors in high school, on same career path for life Aug 9, 2008
During the summer of 2007, she interned at the Medical University of South Carolina in osteoclast biology, and she is currently working for CVS Pharmacy. Sumitra said maintaining a good work-life balance was key to her success. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Six local companies make national 'fit-friendly' list Aug 9, 2008
Vanderbilt University, Vought, Baptist Hospital, Brasfield & Gorrie, CVS Caremark and Saint Thomas Hospital all made the list. These employers were chosen because of their commitment to their employees fitness by providing walking routes, promoting walking programs, online newsletters, tracking tools to motivate employees or wearting athletic shoes on designated sneaker days. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
How to Cut Health-Care Costs Aug 8, 2008
Consumers who pay full price for their medications and those with insurance co-pays can benefit from lower cost generics by as much as 80% in some cases, says Carolyn Castel, spokesperson for CVS Caremark. "You can check with your retail pharmacist or your physician to see if a generic is available to treat your condition," advises Jan Berger M.D., Chief Clinical Officer for CVS Caremark. (SmartMoney)
SXC Health Solutions announces second quarter financial results Aug 7, 2008
The increase in system sales revenue is primarily due to the multi-million dollar license agreement completed with CVS during the quarter. Revenue for the YTD period in the HCIT segment was comprised of $34. (Canada Newswire)
City blaming YWCA for rowdiness Aug 7, 2008
Police reported mob of chaos with 200 teens leaving the party, and a CVS clerk reported some of the teens shoplifted a bottle of soda from the store. As the most recent party was ending Saturday around midnight, police reportedly tried to disperse 200 revelers when a fight broke out at Essex Street and Mass. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Seven Companies Are First to Pursue Accreditation Under Two New URAC Pharmacy Quality Management(SM) Programs Aug 6, 2008
The companies that participated in beta testing for URAC's new accreditation programs and the first to pursue accreditation are: -- CVS Caremark Corporation (Mail Service and Specialty Pharmacy) -- Express Scripts, Inc. (Mail Service and Specialty Pharmacy) -- Prescription Solutions, Inc. (Mail Service and Specialty Pharmacy) -- NextRx, Inc. (Mail Service Pharmacy) -- Prime Therapeutics, LLC (Mail Service Pharmacy) -- Perform Rx (Specialty Pharmacy) - -Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy (Specialty... (PR Newswire)
Police Log, July 28 to Aug. 3 Aug 6, 2008
10:41 p.m. A Billerica resident reported her car was spray-painted with red paint while it was parked in the lot of CVS Pharmacy on Trapelo Road. Saturday, Aug. 2. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Consumer Reports' Ratings of Blood Pressure Monitors and Blood Glucose Meters Show Big Differences in Accuracy and Consistency Aug 5, 2008
-- Omron Women's Advanced Elite 7300W ($100) -- CVS by Microlife Deluxe Advanced 344534 ($100) -- Omron HEM-711AC ($90) -- ReliOn HEM-741CREL (Wal-Mart), a CR Best Buy at $40 ... The CVS also has multiple user memories, plus a blood pressure risk category indicator, and large and extra-large cuffs. (PR Newswire)
Boston to launch a doctor referral service Aug 2, 2008
Two major drugstore chains, CVS and Walgreens, are seeking licenses from the state Department of Public Health to open clinics. Only Walgreens, though, has filed a request to open a clinic in a Boston store. (Boston Globe)
More of this story Aug 2, 2008
There s no freshly brewed joe at the CVS Pharmacy in the nearby Aquidneck Centre, but you can go there any time day or night for prescription and over-the-counter medications as well as greeting cards, beach chairs, small kitchen appliances and other necessities ... Conversely, some area CVS pharmacies have expanded their hours of operation ... The CVS in Middletown is open round-the-clock, as is the one on Bellevue Avenue in Newport, but only for the summer. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Earnings roundup Aug 1, 2008
CVS Caremark Corp., the second-biggest US drugstore chain, said profit rose 7 ... CVS reiterated its full-year forecast of $2. (Boston Globe)
Dusek Pharmacy closing after more than 80 years in downtown Cameron Aug 1, 2008
After closing at 6 p.m., the prescription records of generations of Cameron residents will be transferred to CVS Pharmacy in Cameron, purchaser of the business ... All medical supplies and pharmacy related items have been purchased by CVS, he added ... Our negotiations with CVS included many altruistic points, he said. (Cameron Herald, TX)
Genentech shareholders sue to halt Roche buyout Aug 1, 2008
"I think the contract is unenforceable," said attorney Michael Barry of the Delaware law firm Grant hofer, whose court actions contributed to a protracted struggle in 2007 over drugstore chain CVS Corp.'s bid to buy pharmacy benefits manager Caremark Rx Inc.. Roche, the Swiss pharmaceutical company whose major investment in the 1990s helped Genentech weather a rocky period, offered $43. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Sinus sufferers miss out on work or social activities due to summer allergies Aug 1, 2008
National chain drug stores that carry Sinus Rinse include CVS, Duane Reade, Longs, Rite Aid, Walgreens and Wal-Mart, among others. About NeilMed. (EurekAlert!)
Obama spokesman condemns... Jul 31, 2008
Ben Smith's Blog: Obama camp condemns song: Ludacris 'should be ashamed' - Politico. While Ludacris is a talented individual he should be ashamed of these lyrics. (The Drudge Report)
Needham pharmacy mixes it up to stay with the times Jul 31, 2008
We actually have a cordial relationship with CVS, said Stein. We fill in the gaps of what CVS can t do or doesn t have the time to do ... Obviously we would prefer [customers] to come to us, but the bottom line is all about patient care, so whether they come to us or CVS, it doesn t matter. (Needham Tab, MA)
Neighborhoods: Word on the street Jul 31, 2008
CambridgeSide Galleria and CVS are launching the third annual Pack a Backpack School Supply Drive to benefit children and families served by East End House in Cambridge Aug. 1-20. Visitors and local businesses to the mall can make a donation of pencils, notebooks and other school supplies at the customer service desk on Level 2. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Drug store sales boost CVS 2Q profit 7 percent Jul 31, 2008
NEW YORK Drug store and pharmacy operator CVS Caremark said Thursday its second-quarter profit grew 7 percent due to improved sales at its retail drug stores. CVS said its profit rose to $771 ... CVS Caremark Corp.'s retail drugstore revenue rose 4. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
Guards repel bandits, who flee empty-handed Jul 31, 2008
A Garda armored car was held up outside a CVS drugstore July 22 in northern Miami-Dade County, leaving a guard shot in the leg. On the same day, a Brink's armored car was held up at a Wachovia in Pompano Beach, with robbers fleeing with several bags of cash. (The Palm Beach Post)
Senior Subjects: Drugstore clinics may be coming soon Jul 30, 2008
CVS Caremark with its Minute Clinics reportedly will be operating this fall in Massachusetts, under agreements with Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare and Tufts Health Plan. And Tufts may also be signing with Rite-Aid, Osco and Walgreen s Take Care clinics. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Teens in Central Square mob scene arrested for jumping on car Jul 30, 2008
A CVS employee told police a group from one of the crowds came into the store and allegedly stole a bottle of Coca Cola during the mob scene, according to reports. Loading commenting interface. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Madison Co. bustling Jul 28, 2008
A CVS pharmacy will be built where the Winn-Dixie gas station was. Developer Madison Station Properties' investment is expected to be about $6 million. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Good savings, tough cuts Jul 26, 2008
And the list of pharmacies participating includes Walgreens, CVS, Wal-Mart, Kmart, Safeway, Food City, Fry s Food and Drug, Target, Tombstone Pharmacy, The Medicine Shoppe in Benson and the Douglas Health Mart. Supervisor Pat Call said during Tuesday s meeting that it sounded almost too good to be true. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
County to consider prescription help Jul 25, 2008
CVS Caremark negotiates the discounts with pharmacies in the area, on behalf of the National Association of Counties. Christine Cramer, director of public relations at CVS Caremark, said pharmacies other than CVS also participate in offering the discounts ... When asked why CVS Caremark works with NACo rather than administer the program independently, Cramer said, It's a program that the NACo offers to the counties to support and we think it's a good opportunity. (Pekin Times, IL)
Insurers to coverdrugstore clinic visits Jul 24, 2008
Copayments to be lower than for hospital ER care; CVS, Walgreens may become major providers ... Harvard Pilgrim Health Care and Tufts Health Plan have signed contracts with CVS Caremark, the Woonsocket, R.I., company that operates more than 6,000 pharmacies nationwide ... CVS also is negotiating coverage for clinic services with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, the state's largest insurer. (Boston Globe)
Organization develops health care security framework Jul 24, 2008
The effort is led by an executive council that includes CVS Caremark Corp., Johnson on Health Care Systems Inc., Humana Inc., Hospital Corporation of America and Cisco Systems Inc. ... The effort is led by an executive council that includes CVS Caremark Corp., Johnson on Health Care Systems Inc., Humana Inc., Hospital Corporation of America and Cisco Systems Inc.. (Search Security, MA)
11th annual St. Jude rodeo at Yates Farm in Ringgold next month Jul 23, 2008
Other sponsors include the Miller Family Foundation, CVS Pharmacy, Dodge, WTVC NewsChannel 9, US101, Williams Co., MHC Kenworth-Chattanooga, Rush Truck Center-Peterbilt, Fairway Outdoor Advertising, Comcast, Steven M. Henry Construction, and Freightliner of Chattanooga. Tickets are $12 for adults and $6 for children ages 6-12. (Catoosa County News, GA)
County prescription drug card OKd Jul 23, 2008
The list of current pharmacies that are in the program are Walgreens, CVS, Wal-Mart, Kmart, Safeway, Food City, Fry s Food and Drug, Target, Tombstone Pharmacy, The Medicine Shoppe in Benson and the Douglas Health Mart. The county cost will be 10,000 and is the current year s budget. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Diabetes Testing Hits the Road Jul 23, 2008
The Mobile Unit is provided by Howard University Hospital Diabetes Treatment Center, CVS Pharmacy, the D.C. Department of Health and Bayer Healthcare Diabetes Care. For more infor you can go to. (W-USA News, DC)
Who's Frank Wren talking to this week? Jul 22, 2008
Just a quick trip to CVS is all you need. If you are satisfied with just one title in all those championship runs, good for you. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Medical Vehicle Stolen With Patient Inside Jul 21, 2008
Minutes after that, Cash pulled into a nearby CVS on Lake Avenue because he realized a passenger was still in the stolen vehicle. Weems said, "He looked back and the guy was trying to tell him, I don't think you want to take this car,so he just pulled over and let him out and kept driving.". (WOKR13 Rochester)
Online Hair Loss Restoration Sales Jul 20, 2008
Today, online drug stores including CVS.com, drugstore ... The lowest-price hair regrowth treatment on CVS.com is CVS Women's Hair Regrowth Treatment (unscented) for $15 ... CVS.com also has 2 CVS-branded extra strength hair regrowth treatments for men, with the twin pack selling for $28. (Suite101.com)
Incentives Expected to Spur US Doctors to E-Prescribe Jul 19, 2008
RxHub, a joint-venture of pharmacy-benefit managers CVS Caremark, Express Scripts and Medco Health Solutions, joined forces with SureScripts, a private company formed by the National Association of Chain Drug Stores and the National Community Pharmacists Association. "We're really focused on seeing how we can help the market get to the elimination of the paper prescription pad," said Rick Ratliff, co-CEO of the new SureScripts-RxHub. (MEDLINEplus)
Sheriffs Office shows wrong person in surveillance tape Jul 19, 2008
Mike Tregre, public information officer for the St. John Sheriff s Office, provided L Observateur with surveillance photos from security cameras at the CVS Pharmacy in LaPlace that show a female suspect who allegedly used the stolen card to make purchases at the store on June 13 ... into the incident proved that an inaccurate time stamp on the CVS camera photo pinpointed the wrong suspect. (L Observateur, LA)
Home and Garden briefs Jul 19, 2008
Learn more about a healthful lifestyle and get free health screenings at the "Choices for a Safe Summer" health and safety fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at the CVS Pharmacy at 2672 Blanding Blvd., Middleburg. Florida Medicaid Choice counselors will be on hand, along with other health and safety vendors. (Florida Times-Union)
Need a number? Don't dial 411 -- we have budget-friendly solution Jul 18, 2008
Standing outside the CVS in Snider Plaza, we typed the name of the store into a text message. Wait a few seconds and the number is provided. (KHOU.com, TX)
Metro calendar Jul 18, 2008
Choices for a Safe Summer Health and Safety Fair, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., CVS Pharmacy, 2672 Blanding Blvd., Middleburg. Includes free hot dogs, hamburgers, ice cream, health screenings, face-painting, music and games. (Florida Times-Union)
Guns deadlier but knives used more often, experts say Jul 17, 2008
His attacker, Earnest Heape, formerly of DeBary, walked out of a CVS pharmacy weeks later and fatally shot a loss-prevention guard who confronted him about shoplifting. As police closed in on him, he shot himself in the head. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Needham resident provides home away from home for those seeking medical treatment Jul 17, 2008
She has been kind to help us to find the CVS, find the post office, Alise Mitchell said. She can point us in the right direction. (Needham Tab, MA)
Where do you draw the line? Jul 16, 2008
It organizes grocery and drug store sale prices, matching them with available coupons and telling you the best possible price on hundreds of items at Kroger, Publix, Wal-Mart, CVS, Target and other stores. You have to register to use it, but she promises she won t sell your email address. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Pharmacist-turned-entrepreneur has the right medicine Jul 16, 2008
With such a narrow focus, the pharmacy bills itself as an expert drug dispenser in an era when national chains such as Walgreen Co. and CVS dominate. "They are experts, (like) the old mom and pop shops," said Marie Chisholm-Burns, a professor and department head at the University of Arizona College of Pharmacy. (AZCentral -- News)
Senior Notes (July 17) Jul 15, 2008
CVS Pharmacy visits Senior Center. CVS pharmacists will give a 15-minute presentation about cholesterol on July 21 from 1-3:30 p.m. Following the presentation, pharmacists will hold private 15-minute one-on-one sessions to review your individual medications. (Needham Tab, MA)
Walgreen shifts strategy, investors applaud Jul 14, 2008
Aggressive store openings have been a key for Walgreens expansion as it competes with archrival CVS Caremark Corp. The company has increased its store count by more than 8 percent a year since 1998, reaching peak growth of 12 ... But in recent years, Walgreen and CVS have branched out into other areas to take advantage of rapidly growing health care services as the U.S. population ages ... Walgreen has typically made smaller acquisitions to move into other business, while CVS has made larger,... (Crain's Chicago Business)
Retail health clinics -- prescription for change Jul 14, 2008
These small clinics -- usually open seven days a week -- are being added to the mix at CVS, Walgreens, Target, Wal-Mart, Kroger and other retail stores. The Nashville-based Tennessee Medical Association initially voiced alarm about the growing trend, citing issues about regulation and quality. (Nashville Business Journal, TN)
Deputy walks in on robbery at CVS, exchanges gunfire with suspect Jul 14, 2008
HOUSTON -- An off-duty Fort Bend County deputy was forced to open fire Monday morning when he walked into a robbery at a CVS.. The incident occurred at S. Gessner and Beechnut around 1:40 a.m.. (KHOU.com, TX)
Walgreen quarterly profit rises 2 percent Jul 13, 2008
3 percent rise for rival CVS Caremark Corp (CVS.N). (Reporting by Brad Dorfman; Editing by Maureen Bavdek). (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Special Report, Part 1: Private land doesnt offer much development opportunity Jul 13, 2008
Finally, there is Cushing Square, subject of a recently approved overlay district, where the old CVS Pharmacy and other buildings stand vacant. There s something bubbling in Cushing Square, he said, alluding to an informal proposal from developer Chris Starr for a mixed-use development. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Learn about Freecycling Jul 13, 2008
39 at CVS, but you ll pay only $0. 001 per day for most tap water. (Hopkinton Town Crier, MA)
St. Petersburg Times subsidiary buys Senior Living Guide Jul 8, 2008
About 90,000 copies are printed in two editions each year and distributed monthly through CVS and Albertsons stores, doctors' offices, offices and libraries. The directory is geared toward senior citizens, as well as their family members, caregivers and health care professionals. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Podiatrists Offer Tips to Combat Heat-Related Stress on Feet: Xenna Foot Care Products Can Help Jul 7, 2008
CalleX Dry Heel Ointment is money-back guaranteed, and can be purchased in the foot care section at Walgreens, Rite-Aid, CVS, , TARGET, Snyders, Longs, Duane Reade, Giant Eagle, HEB, Kerr Drug, BI-LO, Bruno's, many grocery stores and most Medicine Shoppe pharmacies. NonyX Nail Gel, also money-back guaranteed, can be purchased in the foot care section of Walgreens, Rite Aid, CVS, Wal-Mart, Meijer, TARGET, Snyders, Longs, Duane Reade, Giant Eagle, HEB, Kerr Drug, Bruno's, ShopKo, Hannaford, Duane... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
The queen of cool Jul 6, 2008
And bright young things flock to work for POP for peanuts because they know it will look good on their CVs and eventually translate into the sort of grand-a-minute advertising gigs that will pay their mortgages. Last year Mulberry tried to hire Katie Grand as creative director and she had a long think about it but in the end decided that, 'when push came to shove, it didn't feel like the right thing for me to do, because I never felt I was particularly good at design. (Guardian Unlimited)
Man charged with passing fake prescription in Framingham Jul 5, 2008
On Wednesday at 2:15 p.m., the pharmacist from the CVS near Temple Street called police and said a man was trying to pass a forged prescription ... But, the pharmacist searched the CVS database and discovered that Decosta had filled an oxycodone prescription at least 14 times at a CVS in Natick since February, Officer Phil Hurton wrote in a police report. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Group identified top sunscreen brands Jul 4, 2008
Store brands CVS with zinc oxide came in at number three, with Walgreens zinc oxide for face, nose and ears at number 10. The top-10 products was headed by Keys Soap Solar Rx Therapeutic Sunblock SPF 30, with Soleo Organics Sunscreen all natural SPF 30 coming in at number 10. (Moultrie Observer)
claims domestic violence Jul 4, 2008
According to a sheriff's office report, the incident occurred in the fully occupied parking lot of a CVS store in West Boca on the eve of Valentine's Day. Deputies at the scene were told by the reported victim, Margo Lashenick, and a witness that Lashenick was stuck in traffic in the lot when a woman identified as Smith got out of a white Lincoln SUV and started yelling and pounding her fist on Lashenick's window. (The Palm Beach Post)
Can't we just let Tiger rest? Jul 3, 2008
and while he did take part in his CVS Charity Classic June 23-24, it was a team event for charity, so he was able to use a cart. The latest tournament to come and go without him was the 36-hole qualifier for the British Open, held Monday outside of Detroit. (Boston Globe)
Walgreen June Same-Store Sales Rise Jul 3, 2008
Shares of rival CVS Caremark Corp were down 59 cents at $38. 61. (ABC News -- Wire)
Home-care doctor ordered to pay $1,000 fine Jul 3, 2008
The doctor's troubles began in June 2006 when authorities charged him with having morphine, methadone and fentanyl in his car outside the CVS Pharmacy on Eastern Avenue in Schenectady. Authorities have said state and police investigations concluded that Hornick was neither using nor selling the drugs, and felony drug possession charges he had initially faced were later downgraded. (Albany Times Union)
Medication managers, drug stores merge networks Jul 3, 2008
The merger combines the RxHub network, operated by CVS Caremark Corp., Express Scripts Inc. and MedcoHealth Solutions Inc., with Surescripts, which is run by the drug store industry's two main trade groups ... The combined company, named Surescripts-RxHub, will be managed by a six-person board of directors which includes executives from Walgreen Co., CVS Caremark and Express Scripts, among others. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
SureScripts, RxHub Merge To Expand E-Prescribing Network Jul 3, 2008
RxHub was founded by three large prescription benefits management organizations, or PBMs, including CVS Caremark, Medco Health Solutions, and Express Scripts. SureScripts was formed by the National Association of Chain of Drug Stores and the National Community of Pharmacists Association. (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Pharmacy chains found in violation of safety code Jul 3, 2008
In Rhinebeck, the CVS located on East Market Street, was found to be selling Lamisil, a fungus eradicator, that was over two months past the expiration date ... Similarly, CVS Director of Public Relations Mike DeAngelis expressed surprise that CVS stores were found in violation of expiration codes and promised to take action ... He said CVS has contacted the attorney general's office in order to clarify aspects of the investigation. (Hyde Park Townsman, NY)
Police blame crack cocaine for recent purse snatchings Jul 2, 2008
Lee Roy Kennedy was charged Tuesday with the broad daylight mugging Saturday of a 59-year-old Palm Coast woman at the CVS Pharmacy on LPGA Boulevard. Police say the 43-year-old Kennedy threatened to cut Rosemarie Kroll's throat, shoved her against a pillar of the building, and then pushed her onto the ground. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Benefit managers, drugstores merge to boost electronic prescription usage... Jul 2, 2008
The merger combines the RxHub network, operated by CVS Caremark Corp., Express Scripts Inc. and MedcoHealth Solutions Inc., with Surescripts, which is run by the drugstore industry's two main trade groups. Executives in the two industries said the transaction, which closed Monday, will make electronic prescribing more convenient and efficient for physicians. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Most Sunscreen Products Are Inadequate Jul 2, 2008
CVS (with zinc oxide)4 ... Surescripts, a company that was founded by two pharmaceutical associations, and RxHub LLC, owned by three major mail order pharmacies, CVS Caremark, Express Scripts and Medco Health Solution, have. (eFluxMedia)
