In addition, Walgreens is promoting the 90-day program in Minneapolis through direct mailings to the medical community, an advertising campaign, phone outreach efforts and letters to executives of major local businesses that highlight the benefits of 90-day prescription refill programs at retail pharmacies. "We know that patients want choice and access when it comes to their pharmacy options, and that when given the choice some patients prefer the convenience and comfort of receiving their regular, chronic medications at their local pharmacy over mail programs," Brad Wasson, Walgreens' vice president of pharmacy operations, said in a statement. "In a health care environment where patients are increasingly looking for alternatives that make sense for their health, Walgreens is committed to developing programs that reduce overall costs to the system, improve patient outcomes and enhance patient choice. That is why we are launching our promotion of 90-Day At Retail in Minneapolis."