HOFFMAN ESTATES, Ill.,
April 18, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Kmart
Pharmacy announced today that the opioid overdose-reversal
medication naloxone (trade name Narcan®) is now
available without an individual prescription at Kmart Pharmacy
locations nationwide. Kmart pharmacists can now dispense naloxone
to patients without an individual prescription in states where it
is permitted by law.
"We agree with the U.S. Surgeon General's call to make naloxone
more widely available," said William
Linnane, president of Kmart Pharmacy. "Every day, more than
115 Americans die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of
and addiction to opioids – including prescription pain relievers,
heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl – is a serious
national crisis that affects public health as well as social and
economic welfare."
Kmart pharmacy is ready to serve its members and communities
affected by the opioid crisis. Its pharmacists are now trained and
equipped with resources to recommend, dispense and educate
caregivers, family and friends in order to provide access to this
life saving drug without a prescription pursuant to state
regulations. By utilizing the unique relationships developed in its
pharmacies, Kmart will make a difference in combatting this
epidemic and helping keep communities safe and healthy.
Kmart Pharmacy remains focused on the overall health and
well-being of its members, and strives to give them access to the
best discounted prescriptions, an exceptional team of pharmacists,
and other health-related benefits to ensure they receive the best
quality of care. Kmart Pharmacy was recognized by the American
Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI)* as the national leader in
drugstore customer satisfaction for the second year in a row. In
addition to offering advice on prescription coverage and over the
counter medications, Kmart pharmacists also utilize helpful tools
like eHealth and the Medicare.gov Plan Finder for Medicare Members
to help members assess their Part D coverage and enroll in
plans.
Kmart Pharmacy customers are encouraged to become Shop Your Way
members. In addition to preferred pricing, Shop Your Way members
who join Pharmacy Rewards can get $5
FREECASH in points every time five prescriptions are filled.
Members also receive the benefit of a team of expert pharmacists
who provide personalized care and trusted advice for their
healthcare needs. Members can use their Pharmacy Rewards to shop
for non-pharmacy merchandise at Kmart and Sears, in-store and
online. Some exclusions may apply**. Ask a Kmart pharmacist to
assist with signing up, or go online to kmartpharmacy.com/rewards.
Complete details are also available on the website.
To find a location near you or more information about Kmart
Pharmacy, call 1-800-866-0086 or visit kmartpharmacy.com.
About Kmart
Kmart is making shopping fun again.
The retailer, a subsidiary of Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:
SHLD), is bringing back the iconic Bluelight Specials, hosting
Freebie Saturdays and in-store family events for its Shop Your Way®
members and customers. Kmart offers customers thrilling deals and
amazing finds on quality products and exclusive brands including
Jaclyn Smith, Joe Boxer, Route 66 and Smart Sense.
*©2017-2018 American Customer Satisfaction Index, Health and
Personal Care Stores. All rights reserved.
**Subject to SYW Pharmacy Rewards program terms and conditions.
Points are valid for two weeks once received on the purchase of
non-pharmacy merchandise. The maximum number of SYW points a
Pharmacy Rewards member may earn is limited to $15 (15,000 points) for an individual
transaction, or $75 (75,000 points)
annually per member. Offer not valid in LA for controlled substance
prescriptions or in AR, NJ, NY, Guam and the Virgin Islands. By accepting
Shop Your Way® member benefits and offers, you
agree to the Shop Your Way® terms and conditions,
available at www.shopyourway.com/terms.
Media Contacts:
Larry Costello – Kmart PR
Larry.Costello@searshc.com
(847) 286-9036
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