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Originally Posted by graciegirl;82***0
Is a brave and conscientious man. He will lose billions on his decision to not sell tobacco and tobacco products.
His reason?" It is contrary to our purpose."
He is my hero of the day.
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As long as smokers can easily get cigarettes across the street from CVS, in most locations, the decision to stop selling cigarettes is largely symbolic. They are going for the "halo" effect. It says: Look as us, we have a conscience. We care about your health more than we care about making money. The hope is that they will make up for it by selling more drugs!
Walgreens will most likely follow suit, eventually, but most convenience stores and supermarkets will not. So what have we gained, really?
Phamacies that are truly interested in preventing disease should also stop selling candy and other such junk food items. But where would they be, financially, if they did that? What if people got the message and began living healthier lifestyles? Bye bye drug industry!
Look at Publix and Winn Dixie: Many of their stores are within walking distance from CVS. They have pharmacies and at the same time they sell cigarettes, lots of candy and (processed) junk foods. Are they going to stop selling cigarettes too and claim that they are suddenly interested in promoting health?