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Thursday, October 15, 2026● Updated 6:00 AM ET
Policy & Law

CVS will pay $315 million to settle federal opioid claims

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The Justice Department alleged CVS pharmacies illegally filled opioid and other controlled-substance prescriptions. The pharmacy chain agreed to settle the lawsuits.

Source: The Hill

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