Philomena Ostapchuk sent a message to Stefano Pessina that said:
I recently went to a Walgreens to obtain my flu shot; Walgreens has been one of my go to places since retiring. I am living in a very small town in Maine and the Walgreens serves people from many miles in the area. If I've learned anything in being in Maine since May; people will drive to get what they need. So the Walgreens here in Bethel is essential. The people working the pharmacy were very busy; students coming in for vaccines, people walking in to get prescriptions filled, and others, like me, getting vaccines like flu shots. I made an appointment; but they are understaffed (apparently requested being able to hire another pharmacist but told they couldn't) and so I waited, wearing my mask but wishing I didn't have to spend much tijme in the store. Walgreens serves many in the area; the pharmacy needs more staff. I was frustrated and angry and the person who waited on me was wonderful. Calm and caring and understanding and so we had a conversation about what they need. They need more pharmacists at the Bethel, Maine store. They are great people, you should be proud of them as they represent your company well.
thank you for your attention, Philomena Ostapchuk
