Ahead of cold and flu season, this donation
helps put critical medicine in the hands of those who need it
most.
MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 9, 2024
/CNW/ - Haleon (Canada), a global
leader in consumer health, announced today a donation of over
280,000 bottles of Children's Advil to two Canadian-based,
non-profit organizations. This donation supports Haleon's purpose
and is helping to ensure no child is left with untreated fever or
pain.
"Haleon Canada is always searching for new ways to deliver
better everyday health with humanity," said Sarey Wulf, Head of Corporate Affairs, Haleon
Canada. "With cold and flu season around the corner, we found an
opportunity to allocate a portion of our Children's Advil as a
donation, helping the people and the places that need it most."
Haleon's donation of Children's Advil, totaling almost
$2 million CAD, will be distributed
both domestically and internationally through its partnerships with
Health Partners International Canada (HPIC) and GlobalMedic. This
collaboration aims to ensure that children in need have access to
essential health care, highlighting Haleon's commitment to
supporting local and global health initiatives. The donations will
help address health disparities and improve the well-being of
children in various communities.
"We are incredibly grateful to Haleon for their generous
donation of Children's Advil," said Rahul
Singh, Executive Director, GlobalMedic. "This partnership
will enhance our ability to provide essential healthcare support to
children in need close to home and abroad."
"Together, we are making a tangible difference in the lives of
many families," said Lois Brown,
HPIC's President. "Having this donation of Children's Advil will
ensure that children, no matter where they are, have access to the
medication they need to stay healthy and thrive."
Haleon continues to strive to make healthcare more inclusive,
achievable and sustainable. Despite improvements in medicine, data
and technology, this remains elusive for too many people. Together
with community partners, Haleon continues to pioneer new ways of
bringing better everyday health to under-served sections of
society.
About Haleon
Haleon (LSE / NYSE: HLN) is a global
leader in consumer health, with a purpose to deliver better
everyday health with humanity. Haleon's product portfolio spans
five major categories - Oral Health, Pain Relief, Respiratory
Health, Digestive Health and Other, and Vitamins, Minerals and
Supplements (VMS). Its long-standing brands - such as Advil,
Sensodyne, Voltaren, NeoCitran, Polident, and Centrum - are built
on trusted science, innovation, and deep human
understanding. To learn more, visit Haleon.com.
About GlobalMedic
GlobalMedic is a registered Canadian
charity whose mandate is to provide people affected by poverty,
disaster and/or conflict with humanitarian aid – both on a domestic
and global scale. Headquartered in Toronto and established by Rahul Singh, GlobalMedic's guiding principle is
getting the Right Aid to the Right People at the Right Time
propelling their mission to deliver maximum aid impact with
remarkable operational efficiency.
GlobalMedic's portfolio includes six core Emergency Programs –
Water, Food, RescUAV, Flood, Medical and Shelter. GlobalMedic
serves communities on both a domestic and global scale through
their six core Emergency Programs.
About HPIC
Health Partners International Canada (HPIC)
is a registered charity dedicated to increasing access to medicine
and improving the health of millions of people living in vulnerable
communities around the world. HPIC works with hundreds of partners
in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries, generous donors
and everyday Canadians in providing support, supplies and medicines
to about 1 million people every year. They equip medical mission
teams, stock clinics and hospitals in impoverished communities,
mobilize medical relief during global emergencies and help to build
local healthcare capacity.
Their mission is unique - HPIC is the only charity licensed by
Health Canada to handle donated medicines.
SOURCE Haleon
