Overview

• Walmart announced the closure of all 51 health centers across five states and its virtual health services, citing unsustainable business models.
• The closures are set to occur over the next 90 days, affecting numerous employees and patients who relied on these low-cost medical services.
• Despite the closures, Walmart will continue to operate its nearly 4,600 pharmacies and over 3,000 vision centers across the U.S.
• Impacted employees are eligible for transfers to other Walmart locations, with provisions for severance benefits after 90 days if not transferred.
• The decision comes after recent expansions and a failed attempt to compete in the low-cost healthcare market dominated by rivals like Amazon and CVS.