Stop & Shop to offer vaccinations

The Stop & Shop Supermarket Co. announced it will offer influenza and pneumonia vaccinations in the pharmacy departments of select stores.

The program, which is a partnership with a healthcare services company Maxim Healthcare, is set to run from tomorrow through Nov. 17, said Stop & Shop, a Quincy-based chain that operates 389 stores in much of the Northeast.

Consumers interested in receiving vaccinations may obtain additional information by visiting the company's website.

Between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, consumers can also get information by dialing this phone number: 1-800-767-7772.
(By Chris Reidy, Globe staff)