Nearly a Third of Americans Worry About Missing a Holiday Event Due to Illness
Walgreens reveals that 47% of Americans have missed holiday events due to illness, with nearly one-third worried about it happening again. The company's survey shows 82% of respondents prioritize health and well-being, with 40% planning preventative measures like vaccinations. Walgreens is responding with a holiday campaign focused on health, offering vaccinations nationwide and various wellness products.
The trend is particularly strong among younger generations, with 75% of Gen Z and 70% of Millennials more likely to make health-related changes this holiday season. To support customers, Walgreens is providing convenient access to health products, staying open during major holidays, and offering services like Same Day Refill, 30-minute in-store Pickup, and 1-hour Delivery.
Walgreens rivela che il 47% degli americani ha perso eventi festivi a causa di malattia, con quasi un terzo preoccupato che possa ripetersi. Il sondaggio dell'azienda mostra che l'82% degli intervistati dà priorità alla salute e al benessere, con il 40% che prevede misure preventive come le vaccinazioni. Walgreens risponde con una campagna natalizia incentrata sulla salute, offrendo vaccinazioni a livello nazionale e vari prodotti per il benessere.
La tendenza è particolarmente forte tra le generazioni più giovani, con il 75% della Gen Z e il 70% dei Millennials che è più propenso a effettuare cambiamenti legati alla salute durante questa stagione festiva. Per supportare i clienti, Walgreens fornisce un accesso conveniente ai prodotti per la salute, rimanendo aperta durante le principali festività, e offrendo servizi come il Rifornimento dello stesso giorno, il Ritiro in negozio in 30 minuti e la Consegna in 1 ora.
Walgreens revela que el 47% de los estadounidenses ha perdido eventos festivos debido a enfermedades, y casi un tercio está preocupado por que vuelva a suceder. La encuesta de la empresa muestra que el 82% de los encuestados prioriza la salud y el bienestar, con un 40% que planea tomar medidas preventivas como las vacunaciones. Walgreens está respondiendo con una campaña navideña centrada en la salud, ofreciendo vacunaciones a nivel nacional y varios productos de bienestar.
La tendencia es particularmente fuerte entre las generaciones más jóvenes, con el 75% de la Generación Z y el 70% de los Millennials que son más propensos a realizar cambios relacionados con la salud esta temporada navideña. Para apoyar a los clientes, Walgreens está proporcionando acceso conveniente a productos de salud, manteniéndose abierta durante las principales festividades y ofreciendo servicios como Reposición el mismo día, Recogida en tienda en 30 minutos y Entrega en 1 hora.
월그린스는 47%의 미국인이 질병으로 인해 휴일 이벤트를 놓쳤으며, 거의 3분의 1이 다시 발생할까 걱정하고 있다고 밝혔습니다. 회사의 설문 조사에서는 응답자의 82%가 건강과 웰빙을 우선시하며, 40%가 예방 조치로서 예방 접종을 계획하고 있다고 나타났습니다. 월그린스는 건강에 중점을 둔 휴일 캠페인을 통해 전역에서 예방 접종과 다양한 웰빙 제품을 제공합니다.
이 추세는 특히 젊은 세대 사이에서 두드러지며, Z세대의 75%와 밀레니얼 세대의 70%가 이번 휴가 시즌에 건강 관련 변화를 더 많이 고려하고 있습니다. 고객을 지원하기 위해 월그린스는 건강 제품에 대한 편리한 접근을 제공하고 주요 휴일 동안 문을 열며, 당일 리필, 30분 내 가게에서 픽업, 1시간 내 배송과 같은 서비스를 제공합니다.
Walgreens révèle que 47% des Américains ont manqué des événements festifs en raison de maladies, avec presque un tiers qui s'inquiète de la récidive. L'enquête de l'entreprise montre que 82% des répondants donnent la priorité à la santé et au bien-être, avec 40% qui envisagent des mesures préventives comme les vaccinations. Walgreens répond avec une campagne de Noël axée sur la santé, offrant des vaccinations à l'échelle nationale et divers produits de bien-être.
La tendance est particulièrement forte parmi les jeunes générations, avec 75% de la génération Z et 70% des Millennials plus enclins à apporter des changements liés à la santé pendant cette saison des fêtes. Pour soutenir ses clients, Walgreens propose un accès pratique aux produits de santé, reste ouvert pendant les grandes fêtes, et offre des services tels que le réapprovisionnement le jour même, le retrait en magasin en 30 minutes et la livraison en une heure.
Walgreens berichtet, dass 47% der Amerikaner aufgrund von Krankheit Feiertagsveranstaltungen verpasst haben, wobei fast ein Drittel besorgt ist, dass es wieder passieren könnte. Die Umfrage des Unternehmens zeigt, dass 82% der Befragten Gesundheit und Wohlbefinden priorisieren, wobei 40% präventive Maßnahmen wie Impfungen planen. Walgreens reagiert mit einer Weihnachtskampagne, die sich auf Gesundheit konzentriert und landesweit Impfungen sowie verschiedene Wellness-Produkte anbietet.
Der Trend ist besonders stark unter jüngeren Generationen, wobei 75% der Gen Z und 70% der Millennials eher bereit sind, in dieser Ferienzeit gesundheitsbezogene Veränderungen vorzunehmen. Um die Kunden zu unterstützen, bietet Walgreens bequemen Zugang zu Gesundheitsprodukten, bleibt während wichtiger Feiertage geöffnet und bietet Dienstleistungen wie Same Day Refill, 30 Minuten Abholung im Geschäft und 1-Stunden-Lieferung an.
- Survey data indicates strong customer interest in health products and services
- Strategic positioning for holiday season health-related sales
- Extended holiday operating hours potentially driving additional revenue
- Multiple convenient service options (Same Day Refill, quick pickup, delivery) supporting sales
- None.
Survey shows almost half of Americans missed a holiday event in the past because of illness and are taking preventative measures to not let it happen again
Family and friends enjoy meal at dinner table during holidays. (Photo: Business Wire)
This ‘fear of missing out’ (FOMO), and the anxiety it brings, tied to the holiday season is no surprise. Walgreens survey findings indicate Americans are shifting their mindset towards proactive measures to stay well, thus minimizing the risk of missing out on fun holiday festivities and family traditions.
This year, Walgreens holiday campaign focuses on staying healthy through the holidays, offering promos and deals on health and wellbeing essentials.
“Eighty-two percent of survey respondents shared that prioritizing their health and well-being is a key focus,” says Heather Hughes, group vice president and general merchandise manager, health and beauty at Walgreens. “Nearly 40 percent plan to take preventative measures, like getting vaccinated.”
To stay on track with their wellness goals, Walgreens offers appointments and walk-ins for flu, COVID-19, RSV1, pneumonia (pneumococcal) and other routine vaccinations nationwide2.
Additional recommendations and supportive products at Walgreens include:
- Bolster the immune system with dietary supplements like Walgreens Free & Pure Vitamin C with Natural Rose Hips & Citris Bioflavonoid Complex Tablets which contains antioxidants, electrolytes, amino acids and Vitamin C, or Walgreens Chewable Zinc + Vitamin C Tablets which may support energy metabolism, immune, cardiovascular and bone health.
- Prioritize self-care with products like Walgreens Lavender Epsom Salt, Walgreens Multipurpose Vibration Therapy Wrap or Walgreens Sleep Aid De-Stress Gummies to help unwind for a good night’s sleep or recover after a productive workout. Prioritizing sleep and healthy eating, regular exercise and minimizing consumption of alcohol and sugar all lend to self-care, reducing stress and a happy and healthy holiday season.
- See a doctor or nurse practitioner online, get a diagnosis and fill prescriptions, if needed, from the comfort of home via Walgreens Virtual Healthcare3.
Walgreens survey findings also uncovered that this mindset shift towards preventative measures to stay holiday healthy is even higher among younger Americans.
In fact, 75 percent of Gen Z and about 70 percent of Millennial respondents stated that they are more likely to make major changes this holiday season to avoid missing out; however, Gen Z and Millennial respondents find it harder to find affordable health and wellness products compared to older Americans.
“This growing momentum to prioritize health ahead of the holiday season is inspiring and encouraging,” notes Hughes. “As schedules get busier, we’re dedicated to supporting our customers with convenient, affordable access to health and well-being products and services that fit seamlessly into their lives.”
Walgreens offers more than a thousand over-the-counter owned brand products, many of which are included in promotions throughout the holiday season.
For customers seeking health essentials or holiday needs, Walgreens will be open on Christmas Eve (December 24), Christmas Day (December 25) and New Year’s Day (January 1). Customers can check the store locator for their local Walgreens hours, which may vary. Customers looking to schedule a vaccination appointment can do so by using the Walgreens app, visiting Walgreens.com/ScheduleVaccine or calling 1-800-WALGREENS.
Walgreens customers may also take advantage of holiday shopping conveniences like Same Day Refill for eligible prescriptions, 30-minute in-store Pickup, or 1-hour Delivery all season long4. Personalized photo gifts, stocking stuffers and a wide variety of presents, from toys and beauty options to gift cards and games, will be featured in-store and on Walgreens.com, with many opportunities for customers to take advantage of seasonal promotions ranging from free gifts with qualifying purchases, to doorbuster deals on popular items.
For more information on seasonal promotions, store hours, and gift items, members of the press and media are invited to visit the Walgreens 2024 Holiday Hub.
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1In some states, a prescription from a healthcare provider is required to receive an RSV vaccine at Walgreens. |
2Vaccines subject to availability. State, age and health-related restrictions may apply. |
3Available in select states |
4Exclusions and restrictions apply. See Walgreens.com for details. |
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Kamara Turner
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Source: Walgreens
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