WOONSOCKET, R.I., Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- CVS Pharmacy,
the retail division of CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) is now offering
Spoken Rx™, its proprietary audio prescription label solution, in
all its nearly 10,000 pharmacy locations nationwide, including more
than 1,700 CVS Pharmacy locations within Target. Developed in
collaboration with the American Council of the Blind, Spoken Rx is
a technology that allows patients to have their prescription
information read aloud, designed for those with visual impairments
and those who cannot read standard print labels. It is available at
no extra cost to patients.
The Spoken Rx feature, available in the CVS Pharmacy App and
easily accessible using Voiceover for iOS, or self-voicing with
Siri or Google Assistant on a smartphone, can read a specific type
of label which is affixed to the bottom of each prescription
container for patients who have enrolled in the program. When
these RFID (radio-frequency identification) labels are scanned
using the Spoken Rx tab in the CVS App, important prescription
information, including patient name, medication name, and
directions, will be read aloud in either English or Spanish.
Identiv, Inc. (NASDAQ: INVE), a global leader in digital
identification and security, powers this groundbreaking program,
which CVS developed as part of its commitment to digital health
innovation.
"We continue to remove barriers to health care for all patients,
and this in-app technology furthers our commitment by providing
patients added flexibility and independence," said Jared Tancrelle, Senior Vice President, Store
Operations at CVS Health. "Our patients are increasingly digitally
connected, so digital tools like Spoken Rx are a priority for us as
we listen to feedback and adapt our suite of pharmacy services and
programs to ensure we're best meeting the needs of all
consumers."
Developed in collaboration with the American Council of the
Blind, Spoken Rx launched in 1,700 stores in 2020 and is now
available chainwide. "This is a positive step that offers same-day,
access for prescriptions filled in CVS stores. Spoken Rx allows for
a greater level of privacy, safety, and independence for blind and
visually impaired customers," said Eric Bridges,
Executive Director for the American Council of the Blind.
With the CVS App and a registered CVS account, patients can
enroll in Spoken Rx for free over the phone by calling their local
pharmacy, or in-store, where a pharmacist can ensure the patient's
app is appropriately set up for the service. For patients without a
smart phone, CVS offers an alternative in the form of a stand-alone
speaker device that can read the Spoken Rx labels. For more
information, visit www.cvs.com/content/pharmacy/spoken-rx or call
1-888-287-5654.
Spoken Rx adds to the existing braille, audio, and large-print
accessible prescription label options already available
through cvs.com. It is one of the latest features
integrated into the CVS App, which makes it easy for patients to
stay connected to health resources, refill prescriptions, and make
appointments for health services such as vaccinations and
testing.
About CVS Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy, the retail division of CVS Health, is America's
leading retail pharmacy with nearly 10,000 locations,
including over 1,700 pharmacies inside of Target and Schnucks
grocery stores. We are committed to delivering innovative health
solutions that create a simpler, more accessible experience for
patients, and caregivers. CVS Pharmacy is the only national
pharmacy to remove tobacco products from its shelves
and has taken a leadership role in responding to the COVID-19
pandemic by making testing and vaccinations available at
locations across the United
States. For the latest product and service
offerings, visit www.cvs.com or download the CVS
App.
About American Council of the Blind (ACB)
The American
Council of the Blind is a national member-driven consumer
organization representing Americans who are blind and visually
impaired. During the organization's 60-year history, ACB has become
a leader in national, state, local, and even international advocacy
efforts. With 68 affiliates, ACB strives to increase independence,
security, equality of opportunity, and to improve the quality of
life for all people who are blind and visually impaired. For more
information, visit www.acb.org.
Media contact
Matthew
Blanchette
CVS Health
401-524-6185
Matthew.blanchette@cvshealth.com
ACB Media contact:
Jennifer Flatt
jflatt@acb.org
(202) 929-3842
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