Several Walgreens retail pharmacy locations in Southern California are set to close permanently in late March, the company has confirmed.
The affected stores include locations in Whittier, Los Angeles, Orange, Placentia, and Stanton. According to Walgreens, the decision to shutter these stores stems from mounting financial challenges, including regulatory and reimbursement pressures that have made it difficult to sustain rent, staffing, and supply costs.
“When store closures are necessary, as seen here in California, we aim to collaborate with local stakeholders to minimize disruptions for our customers,” Walgreens said in a statement…