Amazon has just entered the drug-distribution business

The move gives Amazon an immediate national drug network and represents a formidable threat to pharmacy chains.

By Robert Langreth & By Zachary Tracer | June 28, 2018 at 10:38 AM

PillPack, nationwide drug network. pharmacy chains CVS Health Corp. Related: The unintended consequences of Amazon's health care entrance

Long time coming

Standing firm

— With assistance by Spencer Soper, Craig Giammona, Gerrit De Vynck, Emily McCormick, and Jared S Hopkins

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