Walgreens Goes From $100 Billion Health Giant to Private-Equity Salvage Project – Wall Street Journal

A Nashville, Tenn., store in the 1950s.
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Silverfox
1 year ago

I have regular prescriptions that I fill monthly. I used to go to the Walgreen’s close to my home until they (twice) shorted me on blood pressure meds(a very common type) without telling until I called them(Their voice mail gives new meaning to the term voice mail jail.) Also, my doctor did mention that Walgreen’s is expensive. So, I looked for other options and found the pharmacy at Mariano’s near me is OUTSTANDING ! Friendly, obliging, knowledgeable pharmacists who have the drugs you need on hand EVERY time I’ve gone there or get them promptly and advise you of this… Read more »

Freddy
1 year ago
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There are many options to get prescription meds cheaper. Have you heard of Mark Cuban’s Cost Plus Drugs? Check out his prices. https://www.costplusdrugs.com/ Good RX and Good RX Gold (I think $9.99/month) cancel anytime can save you money. Just show the coupon you printed and give it to your local pharmacy. If you are a Costco member ask for the Costco price which bypasses insurance if you are close to one They also take Good RX coupons. I don’t think you need a membership if you only get meds at Costco so check first. Many times it is much cheaper.… Read more »

Freddy
1 year ago

With rampant shoplifting in most major cities and getting hit with the opioid lawsuit did not help.

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