Walgreens Announces Expanded COVID-19 and Flu Testing and Treatment Offerings
December 07 2023 - 7:00AM
Business Wire
Walgreens has everything you need to stay
protected against respiratory illnesses this winter
Walgreens is offering flu and COVID-19 testing appointments
nationwide as the U.S. heads into the holidays and the winter
months that typically coincide with peak respiratory illness
season.1,2 Individuals can visit Walgreens.com/Testing, use the
Walgreens app to schedule an appointment. Walgreens also provides
various in-store and at-home testing and treatment options to help
everyone stay healthy and feel better faster if they are
experiencing symptoms.
“Respiratory illness activity and hospitalizations are picking
up in many parts of the U.S., and these numbers are likely to
continue increasing in the coming months,” said Anita Patel,
PharmD, Vice President of Pharmacy Service Development at
Walgreens. “In addition to staying up to date on your vaccinations,
getting tested, seeking treatment promptly and practicing good
respiratory etiquette are all important steps to protect yourself
and your loved ones this winter, especially if you are feeling sick
or planning to travel and gather for the holidays.”
Testing
Testing is the best way to know for sure if you have a specific
respiratory virus, so you can take appropriate precautions and get
the right relief or treatment immediately. Walgreens offers
convenient rapid and PCR testing options in-store, including a “2
results in 1" rapid test for COVID-19 and influenza that costs just
$19.99 and delivers results within 30 minutes. Uninsured patients
may also be eligible to receive an in-store test as part of the
Health and Human Services (HHS) free testing program.
In addition, Walgreens offers at-home rapid tests for COVID-19,
which are available in-store or via 24-hour same-day delivery and
are covered by many insurance plans.
Treatment
Once you know your test results, your pharmacist can help you
determine the best next steps and get the appropriate treatment as
soon as possible, whether that’s a prescription medicine or
over-counter essentials to manage your symptoms. In many locations,
the pharmacist may be able to prescribe medicine directly if you
test positive for flu or COVID-19, further simplifying the path to
recovery.
In select states, patients can also utilize Walgreens’ Virtual
Healthcare offering to consult with a healthcare provider on common
health needs including follow-up care or prescriptions for COVID-19
and flu. Visit Walgreens.com/Topic/Virtual-Healthcare to learn more
about this fast, affordable, on-demand service.
“Prevention, testing and treatment are all important tools for
managing respiratory illnesses,” said Dr. Patel. “People are
increasingly relying on pharmacies as a one-stop destination for
these services and deepening their relationships with their
community pharmacists, who work tirelessly to provide the care and
information they need all season long. As the nature of respiratory
illness season continues to evolve post-pandemic, we remain focused
on being a trusted partner in keeping our communities healthy.”
Walgreens is committed to providing timely and accessible
testing and treatment solutions to meet everyone’s needs. Talk to
your pharmacist or visit Walgreens.com/Testing to learn more and
determine which options are right for you.
It’s Not Too Late to Get Vaccinated
Vaccines are the single most effective way to prevent serious
complications of respiratory illnesses, especially if the U.S.
experiences further surges of these illnesses later this winter. If
you have not yet received your annual flu shot, the updated
COVID-19 vaccine or the RSV vaccine (if eligible), the CDC
recommends getting these vaccines as soon as possible.3
Walgreens makes it simple for you and your loved ones to get all
the vaccines you need in one visit, with flexible openings
including nights, weekends and walk-ins when available. Plus, these
vaccines may be at no cost to you. For example:
- COVID-19 vaccines will continue to be available
at no cost to the public. The cost will either be covered by
insurance or government assistance programs, such as CDC’s Bridge
Access Program.
- Flu and RSV vaccines are covered by most insurance plans
with a $0 copay, and by Medicare and Medicaid in certain states. We
encourage individuals to consult with their insurance providers to
understand their coverage.
Visit Walgreens.com/ScheduleVaccine, use the Walgreens app or
call 1-800-WALGREENS to learn more and schedule an appointment
today.
About Walgreens
Walgreens (www.walgreens.com) is included in the U.S. Retail
Pharmacy and U.S. Healthcare segments of Walgreens Boots Alliance,
Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail
leader with a 170-year heritage of caring for communities. WBA’s
purpose is to create more joyful lives through better health.
Operating nearly 9,000 retail locations across America, Puerto Rico
and the U.S. Virgin Islands, Walgreens is proud to be a
neighborhood health destination serving nearly 10 million customers
each day. Walgreens pharmacists play a critical role in the U.S.
healthcare system by providing a wide range of pharmacy and
healthcare services, including those that drive equitable access to
care for the nation’s underserved populations. To best meet the
needs of customers and patients, Walgreens offers a true
omnichannel experience, with fully integrated physical and digital
platforms supported by the latest technology to deliver
high-quality products and services in communities nationwide.
1 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Respiratory
Disease Season Outlook.
https://www.cdc.gov/forecast-outbreak-analytics/about/season-outlook.html
2 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Flu Season.
https://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/season/index.html 3 Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention. Take Steps to Help You Stay Healthy
During the Holidays.
https://www.cdc.gov/respiratory-viruses/whats-new/stay-healthy-during-holidays.html
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