MinuteClinic Introduces New Services Just In Time for Back to School

New Acne Care Provides Help for Teenagers Conscious About Skin Conditions

MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- MinuteClinic, the pioneer and largest
provider of retail-based health care in the United States, is making it easy
and affordable for students to go back to school healthy by offering a series
of new services that include acne care, sports and college physicals and
treatment for minor skin conditions.

The expanded services, provided at convenient MinuteClinic locations inside
select CVS/pharmacy stores in 25 states complement an already robust menu of
treatments for minor conditions often encountered by students at the beginning
of the school year such as conjunctivitis (pink-eye), sore throat, ear
infection and mononucleosis.

In addition, MinuteClinic offers nine vaccinations for children including
shots for meningitis prevention that are now required by colleges prior to
students arriving on campus. Seasonal flu shots for children and adults will
be offered daily on demand at MinuteClinic locations nationwide beginning in
early September. Teachers and students in medical and nursing schools can also
come to MinuteClinic for required TB testing.

MinuteClinic health care centers are open seven days a week with extended
evening and weekend hours. No appointment is necessary

"We are a convenient and affordable health care destination for parents and
young adults trying to care for personal and medical needs before the school
year begins," said Donna Haugland, MinuteClinic chief nursing officer. "Our
new acne care services, in particular, can help ease the concerns many
teenagers have about skin conditions and pimple breakouts."

Acne is the most common skin disorder among Americans. About 80 percent of
preteens and teens develop acne during puberty, according to the Centers for
Disease Control (CDC). MinuteClinic nurse practitioners counsel patients on
proper skin care based on their skin type, make recommendations on over the
counter (OTC) acne remedies and, if clinically appropriate, prescribe topical
antibiotics or retinoids for moderate cases. Exams and counseling for acne
care are $62 and most insurance is accepted.

For sports and college physicals, MinuteClinic nurse practitioners measure
height and weight, review the student's health history and current
medications, ensure all necessary immunizations are up to date and conduct a
physical exam. At the conclusion of the visit, the practitioner gives each
patient a MinuteClinic physical form stating the results of the exam. Forms
provided by schools are stamped by the practitioner and reference the results
on the official MinuteClinic form. Exams are $30, and additional charges may
apply depending on exam requirements. Insurance is not accepted for physical
exams.

Lice and scabies are highly contagious skin conditions caused by parasites
living under the skin that can affect individuals of all social classes.
MinuteClinic practitioners diagnose and treat patients suffering from lice or
scabies infestation, offer OTC or prescription recommendations for relieving
itching and rashes and provide advice on how to eliminate the parasites and
prevent their spread among family members and friends.

MinuteClinic health care centers are staffed by masters-prepared, board
certified nurse practitioners who specialize in family health care and are
trained to diagnose, treat and write prescriptions for common family illnesses
such as strep throat and ear, eye, sinus, bladder and bronchial infections.
Minor wounds, abrasions and joint sprains are treated, and common vaccinations
such as influenza, tetanus, MMR, and Hepatitis A & B are available at all
locations. In addition, MinuteClinic administers a series of wellness
services designed to help consumers identify lifestyle changes needed to
improve their current and future health, including screenings for diabetes,
hypertension and obesity.

MinuteClinic is in-network with most insurance companies, so patients are
responsible for either their copay or the price listed on the treatments and
services menu. For those who are uninsured or prefer to pay out-of-pocket,
MinuteClinic accepts cash, checks and credit cards.

About MinuteClinic
Minneapolis-based MinuteClinic is a subsidiary of CVS Caremark Corporation
(NYSE: CVS), the No. 1 provider of prescriptions and related health care
services in the nation. MinuteClinic launched the first retail health care
centers in the United States in 2000 and is the first provider to establish a
national presence with about 500 locations in 25 states. By creating a health
care delivery model that responds to consumer demand, MinuteClinic makes
access to high-quality medical treatment easier for more Americans. The
company has generated more than 4 million patient visits, with a 95 percent
customer satisfaction rating. A recognized leader in the patient-centric
health care movement, MinuteClinic consistently brings innovation to the
marketplace and sets new standards for clinical quality that exceed the
national guidelines established for store-based clinics by the American
Medical Association (AMA) and the American Academy of Family Physicians
(AAFP). MinuteClinic is the first retail health care provider to receive
accreditation from The Joint Commission, the national evaluation and
certifying agency for nearly 15,000 health care organizations and programs in
the United States. For more information, visit www.MinuteClinic.com.

SOURCE MinuteClinic

Brent Burkhardt, +1-410-986-1303, bburkhardt@tbc.us, or Kaitlin Kenny,
+1-410-986-1275, kkenny@tbc.us, both of TBC Public Relations for MinuteClinic