News|Articles|July 10, 2026

Retail Closures Threaten Pharmacy Access in Vulnerable Communities

Exploring retail pharmacy data, specifically among Walgreens locations, researchers assess the impact of closures in socially vulnerable areas.

Walgreens and other retail pharmacy closures could significantly exacerbate medication access in vulnerable communities, especially when no alternatives are nearby, according to a study in Research in Social and Administrative Pharmacy.¹