CVS Health Corp.

A rush of vaccines, virus tests and a busy flu season started overwhelming pharmacies more than a year ago, forcing many to temporarily close when workers weren't available.

The retail giant's announcement follows similar proposals on Nov. 2 from the two largest U.S. pharmacy chains, CVS Health and Walgreen Co.

The company did not admit liability or wrongdoing and said that nonfinancial terms remain to be resolved.

The prospective settlements are part of a shift in the legal landscape surrounding the opioid epidemic.

Pfizer executives said the U.S. commercial pricing for adult doses could start early next year, depending on when the government phases out its program of buying and distributing the shots.

Walgreens, CVS, Walmart and Sam's Club are among the retailers now offering consumers the ability to purchase hearing aids over the counter.

CVS said Signify has more than 10,000 employees including physicians and nurses, a presence in every state, and offers technology platforms.

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