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Every business in America is dealing with the rising cost of health care and shares a concern about the number of Americans who are uninsured. At Walmart and Sam’s Club, millions of working Americans put their trust in us, and we take that trust very seriously. We believe everyone should have health care coverage, and there are a number of ways that can happen. That’s why we continue to work hard to find affordable, accessible health benefit solutions for our associates and their families.

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Tuesday, February 09, 2010
Walmart Supports "Let's Move" Initiative

As the nation's largest food retailer, Walmart knows firsthand how important it is to make healthy choices more convenient and more affordable for American families.

Friday, October 09, 2009
Walmart Pharmacists Prepare and Offer Tamiflu® for Oral Suspension

Walmart (NYSE: WMT) announced today that more than 4,000 Walmart and Sam’s Club pharmacies nationwide will address the national shortage of Tamiflu® oral suspension by converting the capsule to liquid form.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Walmart Expands Access to Affordable Prescriptions Nationwide

While the debate over health care reform continues, Walmart remains committed to doing its part to reduce the cost of health care for everyone.

Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Walmart Mail Delivery Prescription Program Broadens Access to Affordable Prescriptions in 22 States and Washington D.C.

Following a successful May pilot launch in Michigan Walmart (NYSE:WMT) announced today that throughout states in the Midwest and Northeast, it is offering its most recent program to drive costs out of health care: a 90-day supply of approximately 300 generic prescriptions, each for $10* via free mail delivery.

Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Walmart Statement Regarding Health Care Reform

Walmart, Service Employees International Union and Center for American Progress sent a letter to President Obama and key Congressional leaders supporting some important aspects that should be included in health care reform legislation: an employer mandate, strong efficiency provisions and a 'trigger' mechanism to ensure cost reductions.

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