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Walgreen begins seasonal flu vaccine push

Walgreen Co., the largest drugstore chain in the U.S., said Monday it is now offering seasonal flu vaccinations at all of its stores during pharmacy and clinic hours.

DEERFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Walgreen Co., the largest drugstore chain in the U.S., said Monday it is now offering seasonal flu vaccinations at all of its stores during pharmacy and clinic hours.

The shots will cost $31.99 in cash, or $29.99 for members of Walgreen’s Prescription Savings Club. Medicare Part B covers the flu shots, and the company said health insurers including UnitedHealth Group Inc. and Cigna Corp. are also covering the vaccinations.

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