CVS Health Corporation is a leading American healthcare company headquartered in the U.S. It ranks as the world's second-largest healthcare company, following UnitedHealth Group. Founded in 1963 in Lowell, Massachusetts, CVS Health operates several well-known brands, including CVS Pharmacy, CVS Caremark, and Aetna. The company has evolved from a discount health and beauty retailer to a comprehensive healthcare provider. CVS Health offers a wide range of services and products, including a vast retail pharmacy chain that sells health and beauty items, prescription drugs, and over-the-counter products. The company also manages pharmacy benefits through CVS Caremark and provides health insurance services via Aetna. Additionally, CVS Health operates MinuteClinics, which offer in-store healthcare services for common illnesses. The company has grown significantly through strategic acquisitions, expanding its reach and capabilities in the healthcare sector.