3 chapters across the catalog
Pharmacy Industry Collapse, CVS and Walgreens Closures
CVS Health replaced its CEO as the company prepares to close 900 locations, following similar bankruptcy and closure trends at Walgreens and Rite Aid. The hosts discuss how insurance companies and "drugstore deserts" are driving consumers toward Amazon Pharmacy and mail-order prescriptions.
The pathway for obtaining the COVID-19 antiviral Paxlovid has expanded, with CVS pharmacists now authorized to prescribe the medication directly. Patients can utilize online screening and telehealth services to access the Pfizer-produced oral pill without a traditional doctor's visit. This shift aims to treat high-risk individuals immediately upon testing positive to prevent severe disease progression.
Netherlands Travel Requirements and CVS Drive-Thru Testing
Adam Curry describes the logistical stress of obtaining a PCR test within a 48-hour window for a flight to the Netherlands. He details a self-swab experience at a CVS drive-thru, questioning the security and validity of the testing process since it lacks direct supervision.
