Amazon launched Amazon Pharmacy Tuesday, marking its entry into the $300 billion market pharmacy space. The service will deliver prescription medications to customers’ homes in the U.S., while Amazon Prime members will get free delivery for their supplies. With so many Americans home during the pandemic, the move is well-timed and threatens the dominance of wholesale pharmacy suppliers and traditional pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens. The e-commerce giant first entered the space via its acquisition of PillPack in 2018. Having the ability to get your medication delivered right to your doorstep is amazing for those more susceptible to getting infected by covid.
