January 15, 2024- Many health systems and pharmacies have mobilized to assist the communities impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires, including Walgreens, Henry Schein, CVS, and more. Walgreens stated that the company is focused on the safety and well-being of patients, customers and team members and have taken precautions to support areas impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires, and they have positioned resources and are actively deploying them as needed. Henry Schein has opened a toll-free number for all Henry Schein customers for assistance during the LA fires. The hotline is open 24/7, with real-time assistance available from Team Schein Members from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. EST.
CVS Health® is reopening pharmacy locations as it is safe, are receiving additional emergency supplies, and are rerouting prescriptions to nearby pharmacies to help impacted patients access medication.