In accordance with new CDC and FDA guidelines, Southeastern Grocers will begin administering the approved Pfizer COVID-19 booster vaccine for the following groups: Individuals 65 years and older and residents in long-term care settings; Individuals aged 50-64 years with underlying medical conditions; Individuals aged 18-49 years with underlying medical conditions, based on their individual benefits […]
Category: COVID News
COVID-19 NEWS
This is an unprecedented time in our history. As the COVID-19 crisis unfolds, we at The Shelby Report are committed to keeping you informed of the latest news and developments in the food manufacturing, distribution and retail channels, which are so vital to the survival of communities across our country and across the world. Read about recent developments here; we will continue to share stories as the fight against this global pandemic continues.
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Walmart And Sam’s Club Now Administering Booster Shots
Based on recent Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidance, Pfizer booster shots are now available six months after completion of the original series for certain individuals. The booster shots are recommended for those age 65 and over; residents in long-term care facilities; age 50-64 at high risk of COVID-19 due to underlying medical conditions; […]
Posted inPublix Super Markets, COVID News, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southeast
Publix To Provide Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Doses In Florida
Eligible individuals may receive their Pfizer COVID-19 booster dose at Florida in-store Publix pharmacies in Brevard, Duval, Orange and Polk counties. As of Sept. 25, all Florida in-store Publix Pharmacy locations are offering the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. Booster doses will be provided on a walk-in basis as vaccine becomes available at each store; however, appointments […]
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Dunnhumby: Confidence In Grocery Stores, Government Plummets
Dunnhumby, a provider of customer data science, has released findings from its 18-month worldwide study of the impact of COVID-19 on customer attitudes and behavior across 24 countries. The eighth wave of the dunnhumby Consumer Pulse Survey found that 64 percent of U.S. consumers reported that grocery stores are not doing a good job with COVID-19, compared to […]
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Walmart Ready To Administer Millions Of COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots
For months, Walmart and Sam’s Club pharmacies nationwide have been administering COVID-19 vaccines. Dr. John Wig, chief medical officer, said he joined Walmart at the beginning of August because of the tremendous impact the company has on supporting and caring forcommunities during the pandemic. “I’m proud to support the teams as we’ve expanded our vaccinations to […]
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Kroger Atlanta Division Plans COVID Booster For Long-Term Care Patients
According to recent CDC updates pending FDA approval and ACIP recommendations, all Americans will be eligible for a booster/additional doses of the COVID-19 vaccine beginning Sept. 20 and eight months after the completion of their initial vaccine series. To encourage more residents to get the COVID-19 vaccine and ensure residents in long-term care facilities […]
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United Customers Can Access COVID Testing At Albertson Cos., Walmart
United customers can now access more COVID testing locations, including more than 3,000 Walmart and Albertson Cos. locations across the U.S., through the airline’s website and mobile app in the Travel Ready Center. Customers can now book COVID-19 testing appointments at more than 3,800 total testing providers powered by Accenture technology and the CLX Health’s […]
Posted inH-E-B, COVID News, Home Page Slider, Independent Store News, Southwest
H-E-B Temporarily Encourages Appointments For COVID-19 Vaccinations
As more Texans roll up their sleeves to get their COVID-19 vaccinations, H-E-B pharmacies encourage customers to make appointments through the online scheduler at heb.com/vaccine. Additionally, H-E-B pharmacies will accept walk-ins for COVID-19 vaccinations only from noon-5 p.m. Monday through Friday. On weekends, COVID-19 vaccinations will be by appointment only. These are temporary moves that […]
Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, Midwest
Hy-Vee Offering Third Pfizer-BioNTech And Moderna COVID-19 Doses
West Des Moines, Iowa-based Hy-Vee Inc. says that free, third Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine doses are now available at its more than 275 Hy-Vee Pharmacy locations across its eight-state region. The new doses, recently approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, are only recommended for severely […]
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Which Pandemic-inspired Purchasing Shifts Are Here To Stay?
The COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically altered the way people have lived their lives over the past year. This has prompted many to acquire habit-forming purchase behaviors that are poised to have lasting impacts on the sales performance of select categories. As vaccine rollouts progress and shoppers begin returning to brick-and-mortar stores more frequently, some pandemic-related […]
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Meijer Shares How Customers’ Cleaning Habits Have Changed
Meijer saw two new trends emerge in customers’ spring-cleaning habits after spending 14 months at home and now considering inviting houseguests in as more people get vaccinated – a balance between natural and disinfecting products and kitchen organization. “We saw our customers focus on home cleaning in a big way over the last year and […]
Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
Stop & Shop To Offer Pfizer Vaccine To Customers 12 And Older
Select Stop & Shop pharmacy locations across the Northeast are now offering Pfizer COVID-19 vaccines. On May 12, the CDC authorized expanded use of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to individuals 12 and older, and U.S. PREP Acts authorizes Stop & Shop’s qualified pharmacists to administer vaccines to this expanded age group. Customers can now walk […]
Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, Southeast
SEG Offers Community Incentives With COVID-19 Vaccines
In efforts to further safeguard communities during the ongoing pandemic and encourage vaccine administrations, Southeastern Grocers is now offering community incentives to individuals who receive COVID-19 vaccines in all Harveys Supermarket, Fresco y Más and Winn-Dixie in-store pharmacies. Customers and associates can now receive grocery coupons for up to $15 off SE Grocers products by […]
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Kroger Health To Offer COVID-19 Vaccine By Walk-In
Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., is offering walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations at most of its locations in the Atlanta Division, which includes Georgia, East Alabama and South Carolina. The company is encouraging all those eligible to receive the vaccine to do so at their earliest convenience to help stop the spread of […]
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Kroger Health Launches Over-The-Counter Rapid Antigen Self-Test Kits
Kroger Health, the healthcare division of The Kroger Co., has launched Abbott’s BinaxNOW COVID-19 Antigen Self Test, an over-the-counter SARS-CoV-2 rapid antigen test. It has received FDA Emergency Use Authorization for self-testing without the need for a prescription from a healthcare professional. The test allows individuals to receive results within 15 minutes, in the comfort […]
Posted inCOVID News, Home Page Slider, Northeast
NYC And Rhode Island Stop & Shop Now Accepting Walk-Ins For Vaccines
Stop & Shop says that all 14 of its New York City pharmacy locations and all 14 of its Rhode Island pharmacy locations are now accepting walk-ins for the COVID-19 vaccine. Customers can still schedule appointments on Stop & Shop’s website, but appointments are no longer required to receive an immunization. Stop & Shop pharmacies across […]
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Publix To Offer Johnson & Johnson Vaccine After CDC And FDA Decision
Following the April 24 decision by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration, Publix will once again offer customers the option to receive the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccination. The CDC suggests women younger than 50 years old should be made aware of the rare but increased risk […]
Posted inIndependent Store News, COVID News, Home Page Slider, Southwest
BGC Gives COVID-19 Vaccinated Employees $50 Gift Cards
Tyler, Texas-based Brookshire Grocery Co. is showing appreciation to its frontline workers who are getting the COVID-19 vaccine by giving them a $50 BGC gift card. The company is paying employees for their time while getting the vaccinations and hosting vaccine clinics to ensure accessibility. BGC is encouraging its employee-partners to take the COVID-19 vaccine […]
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United In Strength Campaign Brings $100,000 To Local Communities
Inspired by local heroes helping to feed those in need during the pandemic, Stop & Shop, Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, Hershey’s and Mondelez are donating $100,000 to hunger-relief organizations located in Rhode Island, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Jersey and New York. The donation is a result of the brands’ United in Strength campaign that ran this […]
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Dunnhumby: Grocery Consumers’ Confidence Is Rebounding
Dunnhumby has released findings from a year-long worldwide study of the impact of COVID-19 on customer attitudes and behavior across 22 countries. The seventh wave of the dunnhumby Consumer Pulse Survey found that Americans, for the first time since the pandemic began, are beginning to feel noticeably better about personal finances and are now prioritizing value over […]