As New Year Wellness Goals Take Shape, Sam’s Club Helps Members Navigate the First and Only Oral GLP-1 Option

BENTONVILLE, Ark., Jan. 7, 2026 — The start of a new year is often a moment of reset. In fact, weight management and healthier habits consistently rank among the most common New Year’s resolutions, with surveys showing that many adults plan to focus on improving their health as January begins.

This year, that reflection is happening alongside an important development in medical weight management: the availability of the first and only oral GLP-1 option approved by the FDA for weight loss, Wegovy®. As more people explore what this option could mean for them, Sam’s Club pharmacies are focused not just on access, but on helping members understand what starting GLP-1 therapy actually looks like in everyday life.

Beginning next week, Sam’s Club pharmacies will be receiving starting doses of oral Wegovy® (1.5mg) available for dispensing for $149 per month via the manufacturer’s self-pay offer, with free same-day pharmacy delivery for Plus members.

Turning questions into confidence at the pharmacy counter

For many members, starting a GLP-1 brings questions — especially if it’s their first experience with this type of medication. What should I expect in the first few weeks? How do side effects show up? How do nutrition and hydration factor into success?

At Sam’s Club locations across the country, pharmacists play a central role in answering those questions, translating complex information into practical guidance so members feel informed and prepared rather than overwhelmed. That trust is reinforced by Sam’s Club being ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction among Mass Merchandiser Pharmacies for 10 consecutive years by J.D. Power — a reflection of the role pharmacists play in helping members navigate care with confidence.

One of those pharmacists is Taylor Kravatz, PharmD, Pharmacy Manager at Sam’s Club in Sunrise, Florida. Known for her calm, approachable style, Kravatz regularly sits down with members to talk through what starting GLP-1 therapy may involve and how to set realistic expectations from day one.

"Members don’t just want the medication," Kravatz said. "They want to understand how to use it well. When people feel supported, they’re more confident and more likely to stick with healthy routines."

That commitment to care earned Kravatz recognition as Sam’s Club’s 2024 Pharmacist of the Year, selected from more than 3,500 pharmacists and pharmacy technicians nationwide.

Support that goes beyond the prescription

Pharmacist conversations often extend beyond the medication itself. Members receive guidance on hydration, nutrition, protein intake and medication safety — all important pieces of building sustainable habits, particularly as New Year goals take shape.

To reinforce that guidance between visits, Sam’s Club pharmacists can also connect members to digital wellness tools through the Sam’s Club-exclusive version of the Well App, which offers GLP-1–specific resources, lifestyle support including nutrition and exercise, and access to an on-demand health concierge team.

What members can expect from Sam’s Club pharmacies

Members exploring GLP-1s at Sam’s Club have access to:

• Accessible pricing, with starting doses of oral Wegovy® (1.5mg) launching for $149 per month via the manufacturer’s self-pay offer
• On-the-spot pharmacist counseling on medication management, including guidance on how to start safely and what to expect
• Nutrition and side-effect management tips, including hydration and protein guidance
• Digital wellness tools focused on GLP-1 support and lifestyle change, available for free through the Sam’s Club-exclusive version of the Well App
• Free same-day pharmacy delivery for Plus members

Sam’s Club members can also access pharmacist-led education and support on a range of therapies, even if they do not fill their prescriptions at Sam’s Club. Starting today, Sam’s Club Plus members can also talk to a Sam’s Club pharmacist for personalized education and receive a digital voucher for $10 off their next purchase of $20 or more of organic meat and organic produce.*

A service-first approach for a changing moment in care

As GLP-1 treatments evolve and more people explore weight management options in the New Year, Sam’s Club pharmacies remain focused on ensuring innovation translates into real-world support.

"Our best product is our service," Kravatz said. "Taking time to counsel members builds trust — and trust leads to better outcomes."

*The offer is available to all Plus members regardless of where they fill their prescriptions and without any obligation to transfer any prescription to Sam’s Club. For full terms and conditions, visit help.samsclub.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4170.