Here's Why Drug Stores Are Closing In Minority Neighborhoods: Walgreens, CVS And Rite Aid Shutter More Than 1,000

ToplineA spate of pharmacy closings in Boston have drawn protests as more than 1,000 drug store chain locations across the country have closed, reigniting long standing concerns that low-income, Black and Latino Americans are bearing the brunt as pharmacies continue to disappear amid increased competition and other factors.A Walgreens pharmacy and store closing sign at entrance, Queens, New York. UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images Key FactsRite Aid, Walgreens and CVS have, over the last two years, ...