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labor-rights2 years ago

Pharmacy Workers Rally for Safer Conditions and Support

Pharmacy workers at CVS and Walgreens are protesting inadequate staffing and increasing work requirements, which they say make it harder to do their jobs safely. The protests, organized on social media under the name "Pharmageddon," have affected some locations of both pharmacy chains. While the exact number of workers participating is unclear, organizers report thousands of stores being understaffed and some closures. The American Pharmacists Association supports the walkouts, citing workplace issues such as quotas on prescriptions and vaccines. Workers are demanding more staffing, better pay, and guaranteed hours for pharmacy technicians. The pharmacies claim to be addressing concerns and improving working conditions.

via The New York Times|
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labor-rights2 years ago

"Inside the Walgreens Walkout: A Pharmacy Worker's Perspective on the Job's High Demands"

Pharmacy workers at Walgreens have staged a walkout to protest against being overworked and underpaid, citing concerns about patient safety. The employees claim that the demands placed on them, including filling 100 prescriptions an hour and administering multiple vaccines every 15 minutes, are leading to dangerous consequences. They also report dealing with angry and threatening customers. Similar walkouts have occurred at CVS pharmacies, with employees demanding better working conditions and higher staffing levels. Walgreens has acknowledged the concerns raised by its team members and is making efforts to address them.

via News On 6|
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labor-rights2 years ago

Tulsa Walgreens Pharmacy Workers Return to Work After Nationwide Protests

Pharmacy workers at several Walgreens stores in Tulsa are set to return to work after participating in a walkout to protest harsh working conditions, including long shifts without breaks and understaffing. The walkout is part of a larger nationwide protest, with approximately a dozen stores affected. Employees have expressed concerns about burdensome prescription and vaccination expectations, leading to falling behind and dealing with angry customers. Walgreens has acknowledged the overwork and committed to addressing the concerns raised by its team members, including making investments in wages and hiring bonuses. Similar walkouts have also occurred at CVS pharmacies, with employees citing chronic understaffing, low pay, high vaccination quotas, and abusive management.

via News On 6|
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labor-and-employment2 years ago

Walgreens Pharmacy Workers Strike for Better Conditions

Pharmacy staff at Walgreens locations across the country walked off the job to protest harsh working conditions, including being overworked and underpaid. The walkouts come after similar actions by CVS pharmacy employees. Workers cited increased demand for prescriptions and vaccinations without sufficient staff as reasons for their frustration. They expressed concerns about patient safety and the inability to provide proper care. The shortage of pharmacy technicians and low pay were also highlighted as issues. Pharmacists and technicians called for more staff and better pay, as well as improved communication with management.

via CNN|
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