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An estimated 1.3 billion people have no access to effective and affordable healthcare. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), developing countries bear 93% of the world’s disease burden, yet account for only 18% of world income and 11% of global health spending. Providing access to health in these countries is a complex challenge. Improving access involves researching, developing and refining health solutions, creating efficient health systems and distribution channels, offering products at affordable prices and empowering health workers and patients. Strategic approach Clinical trials As regards clinical trials, we adhere to all applicable statutory [...]
Access to Health (A2H) is a strategic priority for Merck. Through our holistic A2H approach we aim to help improve sustainable access to high-quality health solutions for underserved populations and communities in low- and middle-income countries. Recognizing that access is a complex challenge, our programs and initiatives are tailored to global, regional and local needs. Furthermore, we realize that we cannot work alone to address all the access gaps and that partnerships, collaboration and dialogue are key to delivering sustainable access solutions. Our A2H strategy leverages our interdisciplinary expertise and skills and is sponsored by Stefan Oschmann, Vice [...]
Product donations and philanthropic activities are not stand-alone initiatives. To us, they are part of a broader approach. We support awareness and education programs as well as capacity and infrastructure building in developing countries. Medicine donations by Merck In general, we conduct our medicine donation activities within developing healthcare systems and prioritize them based on expressed need and expected impact. Medicines may also be donated in response to emergencies or specific one-time requests. In 2013 for example, in Colombia, Merck supported a medical and surgical brigade that brought medical care to a population in extreme poverty, in which 812 [...]
Through our cross-business Access to Health approach, we aim to help improve sustainable access to high-quality health solutions for underserved populations and communities in low- and middle-income countries. Fighting schistosomiasis The Challenge An estimated 249 million people worldwide suffer from the worm disease schistosomiasis, with more than 90% of those affected living in sub-Saharan Africa. This chronic parasitic condition is one of the most devastating neglected tropical diseases in terms of public health burden and economic impact. 249 million people affected How we're helping Since 2007, Merck has been partnering with the World Health Organization [...]
Humanity is confronted with major global social issues such as climate change, aging populations, resource scarcity, and insufficient access to health in low- and middle-income countries. We are aware that, as a global player, our business operations impact our environment as well as the people around us. But we believe that we can help address global challenges through our innovative, high-caliber high-tech products for the health care, life science and performance materials sectors, as well as through responsible governance. Today's global megatrends present us with both risks as well as opportunities. Average life expectancy continues to increase worldwide while [...]
