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More than just another Jab: The role of vaccines in helping prevent certain diseases

Vaccines have had a significant positive impact on human health. Their administration has led to a drop in the incidence of vaccine-preventable diseases that were historically fatal to millions. During the COVID-19 outbreak, the world was reminded of the vital role that a single vaccine plays not just for one’s health but for the well-being of populations around the globe. “COVID-19 vaccines are one of the most incredible medical […]

Health Awareness

It’s #TimeToTalkAboutHPV and chart the path towards a cervical cancer-free Philippines

“Let’s stop spreading fake news. We should stop spreading wrong information that cervical cancer immediately means a death sentence – it is not!” This is the appeal of the panel of doctors and patient advocates who spearheaded the freshly held health talk on cervical cancer titled #TimeToTalkAboutHPV: A health forum on HPV prevention and cancer control. Organized by the […]

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MSD in the Philippines harnesses lessons from the pandemic for a more human-centric workplace

Andreas Riedel, President and Managing Director of MSD in the Philippines, addresses employees as the company launched its new strategic priorities and hybrid work setup. Over the last two years of the pandemic, the pharmaceutical industry needed to step up in ensuring access to life-saving medicines and vaccines amid unprecedented challenges. For global healthcare leader […]

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MSD in the Philippines announces Andreas Riedel as new President and Managing Director

MSD in the Philippines (NYSE: MRK), a trade name of Merck & Co., Inc, Kenilworth, NJ, USA, today announced the appointment of Mr. Andreas Riedel as its new President and Managing Director. He succeeds Dr. Beaver Tamesis who has announced his retirement from the pharmaceutical company. The leadership transition reaffirms the company’s commitment of inventing […]

Health Awareness

More than just another Jab: The role of vaccines in helping prevent certain diseases

Health Awareness

It’s #TimeToTalkAboutHPV and chart the path towards a cervical cancer-free Philippines

Health Awareness

Mommy Nins Po shares tips to help ensure vaccine safety for your child

Everyone needs a little help sometimes, especially mothers. Whether you’re a first-time mom or a mother of six, no one can deny that getting help, tips, and advice about your children’s health, safety, and well-being from your friends and families goes a long way. After all, moms always want the best for their children. Mothers […]

Health Awareness

Advocates call for ‘Kalayaan ng Kababaihan mula sa Kanser’

Filipino women have a long history of fighting for freedom. From the colonial era to contemporary times, they have demonstrated the strength associated with this pursuit. They strive for freedom of speech, freedom of suffrage, and equal rights. However, as long as diseases like cancer can take hold of their lives, hostage, they are at […]

Innovation

Clinical trial sites seek participants to test molnupiravir’s potential in preventing COVID-19 among close contacts

MSD biopharmaceutical company is checking the efficacy and safety of the investigational drug molnupiravir in preventing COVID-19 infection among close contacts. A total of 1,332 participants will be recruited globally, of which 30 will come from the Philippines. MSD Philippines has partnered with Asian Hospital and Medical Center and Quirino Memorial Medical Center (QMMC) as […]

Innovation

MSD celebrates World Immunization Week with medical societies and top pharmacy chain

In fighting burdensome diseases, it is crucial to ensure that Filipino patients get quality and accessible healthcare. Collaborative interventions are needed to address priority healthcare areas, such as diabetes management and immunization.

Responsibility

MSD in the Philippines recognized by Kythe Foundation

Leading healthcare company, MSD in the Philippines, was recognized as Corporate Volunteer Group of the Year by Kythe Foundation during their virtual Araw ng Parangal at Pasasalamat. The event recognizes and celebrates the exemplary volunteers, affiliates, partners, parent leaders, and staff members that continue to support Kythe Foundation and its mission of improving the quality […]

Responsibility

MSD gives back to Kythe and Carewell

At MSD, employees are encouraged to find ways to give back to the community. Through the global volunteerism and skills share program dubbed MSD Gives Back, employees take an active role in giving back to their communities through participation in a variety of programs offered to promote a healthier society, advance education, foster the arts, address the welfare of animals and […]

Patients

Hope in a time of COVID: Cancer patient shares treatment journey amid pandemic

When the pandemic struck, a recovering cancer patient and his oncologist decided to strike back, holding onto hope that he will stay alive and thrive. “Rufino” (name was changed upon the request of the patient) is no stranger to life’s adversities, having survived three strokes, on diabetes maintenance therapy, and also battling stage 4 lung […]

Patients

Melissa de Leon shares hopeful tomorrows for Breast Cancer Patients

Melissa de Leon-Joseph is known to many as a versatile actress and host of popular TV programs in the early 2000’s. In 2005, her life took a dramatic turn. Melissa discovered a lump in her breast. Her doctor removed the lump, which turned out benign. The following year, a mass was detected again and she […]

Patients

Empowering cancer patients during a health crisis

The COVID-19 pandemic has crippled almost every nation around the world. We’ve witnessed economies slowing down, businesses struggling to survive, and healthcare systems overwhelmed by the unprecedented impact of the pandemic. The impact on individuals is likewise all-encompassing. Very few can say their economic, social, mental and physical well-being were not affected in any way. How much more for the vulnerable? One of the most high-risk groups during the pandemic are the cancer patients.

Our People

MSD in the Philippines harnesses lessons from the pandemic for a more human-centric workplace

Our People

MSD in the Philippines announces Andreas Riedel as new President and Managing Director

Our People

A culture of innovation: Reshaping the future of the workplace at MSD in the Philippines

For over 125 years globally, and for 25 years here in the country, MSD in the Philippines hasbeen researching and developing medicines and vaccines for many of the world’s mostchallenging diseases. With unwavering focus, MSD looks for medical innovations that improvehealth and save lives throughout the world. At the heart of MSD’s success is its […]

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Empathy: A force that moves MSD forward

Against a backdrop of unprecedented health crisis, societal shifts, and global economic uncertainty, a foundational value stands out. That is empathy.