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Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) announced key executive appointments to bolster leadership. Danielle Gray was named Executive Vice President and Global Chief Legal Officer, bringing significant legal experience. Tracey Brown, appointed President of Retail Products and Chief Customer Officer, will enhance customer experience and digital transformation strategies. Jeff Gruener takes the role of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, focusing on financial strategies to drive growth. These changes reflect WBA's commitment to innovation in healthcare and retail.

Walgreens is now offering flu shots for individuals aged 3 and up at over 9,000 locations nationwide, aiming to combat influenza amid a resurgence in COVID-19 cases. The CDC anticipates an active flu season as schools and workplaces reopen. Customers can receive both flu and COVID-19 vaccines in a single visit. Walgreens is enhancing its vaccine scheduling and expanding eligibility. In conjunction with its flu vaccine campaign, Walgreens continues its 'Get a Shot. Give a Shot' initiative, donating to the UN Foundation for childhood vaccinations worldwide.

Walgreens (Nasdaq: WBA) launched the myWalgreens Credit Card program in partnership with Synchrony Bank (NYSE: SYF). This program includes two innovative credit cards that reward personalized health and wellness choices, providing rewards at over 9,000 Walgreens locations and online. Cardholders can earn up to 10% in Walgreens Cash rewards on eligible purchases. The cards feature a digital-led experience for easy applications and seamless integration with the Walgreens app. This initiative expands Walgreens' financial services, aiming to enhance customer loyalty through unique health-focused rewards.

Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) and VillageMD have announced the opening of three Village Medical clinics in Orlando, with plans for seven additional locations by year-end. This initiative aims to enhance patient access to coordinated pharmacy and primary care services, addressing the health needs of over 13 million Floridians with chronic conditions. The project will create approximately 400 jobs, including 200 high-paying STEM positions. The clinics will offer diverse insurance options and telehealth services, promoting improved health outcomes for patients.

Walgreens has administered over 29 million COVID-19 vaccinations across the U.S., witnessing a more than 30% increase in demand in key areas. The rise in cases, particularly due to the Delta variant, has also led to a doubling of testing volumes. As a safety measure, Walgreens has reinstated face cover requirements for all employees and mandated that U.S. support office team members be fully vaccinated by September 30. The company remains committed to health and wellness amid the ongoing pandemic.

Lemonaid Health has expanded its services into the United Kingdom, partnering with Boots UK, the leading pharmacy retailer. This marks Lemonaid's first international venture after seven years of operation in the U.S., providing online doctor visits and medicine delivery. The partnership allows Boots to offer its customers quick access to prescription-only medicines via online consultations. Services start at £15, and patients can also earn Boots Advantage Card points. The collaboration is expected to enhance patient care and accessibility in the U.K.

Lemonaid Health has announced its expansion into the United Kingdom, partnering with Boots UK, the largest pharmacy-led health and beauty retailer. This launch marks Lemonaid's first international venture following its success in the U.S. The service offers quick online consultations for prescription-only medication, with prices starting at £15. Patients can access their prescriptions via Boots pharmacies or home delivery. The partnership aims to enhance healthcare accessibility and improve patient outcomes through innovative telemedicine services.

Huggies and Walgreens have launched their fifth consecutive initiative to combat diaper need in America, with a goal of donating up to 1 million diapers through August 31, 2021. Customers can contribute by purchasing Huggies diapers at Walgreens, triggering a donation of a day's worth of diapers for each pack sold. Additionally, the #HuggiesStrollerSelfie Challenge encourages social media participation, with each selfie shared resulting in a $1 donation, up to $5,000. This effort aims to support families in need and raise awareness about diaper need, impacting one in three American families.

Walgreens Boots Alliance (Nasdaq: WBA) and VillageMD announced plans to open new Village Medical at Walgreens locations in Indiana, targeting communities including Merrillville, Griffith, Portage, and South Bend. The initiative aims to fulfill a commitment to open at least 600 locations across over 30 U.S. markets within four years, part of a $1 billion investment effort launched in January 2021. This partnership seeks to enhance healthcare access through a coordinated care model involving primary care physicians and Walgreens pharmacy services.