SuperValu Pharmacies Outlines Flu Vaccination Program

SuperValu Pharmacies has announced that beginning September 28, 2008, its stores will have specially trained and certified pharmacists to administer both the needle-free FluMist nasal spray and traditional flu vaccinations during regular pharmacy hours.

For convenience, these vaccines will be available on a walk-in basis or by appointment at most SuperValu pharmacy locations, the company said. The company will also offer special flu shot clinics in most SuperValu stores, at various times through November 1, 2008.

SuperValu Pharmacies operate under 11 retail brands, including Acme Sav-on Pharmacy, Albertsons Sav-on Pharmacy, Albertsons Osco Pharmacy, bigg’s Pharmacy, Cub Pharmacy, Farm Fresh Pharmacy, Jewel-Osco Pharmacy, Shaw’s Osco Pharmacy, Shop’n Save Pharmacy, Shop ‘n Save Osco Pharmacy and Shoppers Pharmacy.

In addition to the two immunization options and flexible appointment schedules that include evenings and weekends, SuperValu Pharmacies said that it has also reduced the price of its flu shots, compared to 2007.

Chris Dimos, president of SuperValu Pharmacies, said: “Our in-store pharmacists across the country see that many health-related choices are influenced by convenience and price. As a company we are responding to these real concerns.”