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CVS Health will begin administering COVID-19 vaccines at 11 selected pharmacy locations in Nebraska starting April 14. Appointments can be booked from April 13 as stores receive vaccine shipments. Vaccinations are available at no cost to insured and uninsured individuals. CVS aims to facilitate access to vaccines, with over 6,000 locations nationwide and the capacity to deliver up to 25 million shots per month. The Federal Retail Pharmacy Program and new CDC guidelines will further expand eligibility to all U.S. adults by April 19.

CVS Health has introduced MinuteClinic Video Visits in Montana, expanding its telehealth services to the state. This offering, available 24/7 on mobile devices and computers, allows patients to receive care for non-emergency health needs, including COVID-19 screenings, from home. Video Visits are affordable at $59 and covered by most Aetna insurance plans. The service, powered by Teladoc’s technology, matches patients with licensed providers for consultations, prescriptions, and follow-up care recommendations. This expansion aims to enhance healthcare accessibility in Montana.

CVS Health has surpassed $200 million in investments towards affordable housing in California, contributing to over 12,500 homes across 130 communities. A recent $12.1 million investment will finance LINC Housing's new development in Los Angeles County, providing 80 homes for low-income families and the homeless. In the last year, CVS invested over $43 million, leading to 850 new affordable homes across 10 cities, including provisions for seniors and veterans. The investments aim to combat housing insecurity, especially exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.

CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) has launched COVID-19 antibody testing at MinuteClinic locations nationwide, following successful pilot tests at over 100 sites earlier this year. The test provides results in 15 minutes and is priced at $38. While patients can determine past infections, the test does not diagnose current COVID-19 infections. Testing is currently unavailable in Nevada but will be introduced soon. CVS has administered over 15 million diagnostic tests and continues to expand access to COVID-19 testing services.

CVS Health has administered over 10 million COVID-19 vaccines as part of the Pharmacy Partnership for Long-Term Care and Federal Retail Pharmacy programs. Vaccines are available in nearly 2,000 locations across 44 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington D.C., with the potential to administer 25 million shots monthly. The company reports a 97% drop in COVID-19 cases and a 94% reduction in deaths in nursing homes. CVS is focused on equitable vaccine access for underserved communities, with significant efforts in outreach and community vaccination sites.

CVS Health has unveiled its Transform Health 2030 initiative, focusing on four pillars: Healthy People, Healthy Business, Healthy Community, and Healthy Planet. The goals include facilitating 65 billion health care interactions and investing over $85 billion in inclusive wellness by 2030. Significant achievements from 2020 include administering over 15 million COVID-19 tests and expanding the HealthHUB model to 650 locations. The 2020 CSR report also addresses social inequity, with commitments to support Black and diverse communities.

CVS Health announced that it will begin administering COVID-19 vaccines at two locations in Delaware starting March 31, 2021. Appointments for the vaccine will be available for booking from March 30. Eligible individuals include those meeting state criteria, K-12 teachers, and childcare workers. CVS aims to expand vaccination efforts as supply increases, ultimately being able to deliver 20-25 million shots per month across the country. Vaccination is free for insured patients and those qualifying for federal assistance.

CVS Health announced plans to start administering COVID-19 vaccines at five select locations in New Mexico beginning March 31, 2021. Appointments for vaccinations will open on March 30. Eligible recipients include individuals meeting state criteria, K-12 teachers, and childcare workers. The vaccines will be provided at no cost for insured patients and through a federal program for the uninsured. CVS plans to gradually expand vaccination access across more locations in New Mexico as supply increases, aiming to administer up to 25 million shots monthly across the country.

CVS Health announced it will start administering COVID-19 vaccines on March 31 at select CVS Pharmacy locations in Washington. Appointments can be booked starting March 30, with vaccinations for individuals meeting state criteria, including K-12 teachers and childcare workers. The service is free for insured patients and uninsured individuals through a federal program. Initially, vaccines will be offered at select locations in Burien, Lakewood, and Seattle, with plans for expansion as vaccine supply increases.