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Company continues to supply high-quality medicines to approximately 1 billion patients annually
Report chronicles Viatris' commitment to providing access to healthcare and building healthier communities
Impactful story highlights include "Empathy in Africa : Bridging the Healthcare Divide" – a powerful new documentary short that showcases Viatris' impact
PITTSBURGH , May 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Viatris Inc. (NASDAQ: VTRS ), a global healthcare company, today published its 2023 Sustainability Report: Building Sustainable Access at Scale . The report highlights its actions and initiatives across multiple areas of focus in support of the Company's efforts to continue to be a model for sustainable access to medicine and to make a difference in the communities it serves.
"This year's report delivers many examples of the important efforts occurring across Viatris and the collaboration required to supply high-quality medicines to approximately 1 billion patients annually," said Lara Ramsburg , Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Viatris. "Everyone at Viatris plays a part in building sustainable access to medicine, supporting healthcare systems and helping to advance our overall sustainability performance. Every day, no matter their roles or responsibilities, each team member performs essential work across multiple functions and geographies that collectively supports our progress. The knowledge that needs are great, and that our actions matter, is a powerful motivation."
In 2023, Viatris colleagues remained committed to building sustainable access at scale. The Report presents work, stories and progress supporting four main areas: Access and Global Health; Our People; Environment; and Community. Highlights include:
"At Viatris, we take pride in our work to advance more sustainable operations and responsible practices in delivering high-quality medicines and health solutions to people globally," said Lina Andersson , Head of Global Sustainability, Viatris. "We have worked diligently and will continue to do so, to be considered a trusted partner as we support progress in closing gaps to equal access to care, build more resilient healthcare systems and uphold a reliable global supply of medicines."
The recently launched documentary short, " Empathy in Africa : Bridging the Healthcare Divide ," highlights the important work Viatris is supporting to build access to healthcare in South Africa . The film chronicles the development of The Rhiza Babuyile Clinic, a critical health clinic in the Diepsloot Township of Johannesburg, South Africa , that is known for its challenging infrastructure, overcrowding and limited access to basic resources. Co-funded by Viatris, the clinic is Diepsloot's first private brick and mortar healthcare facility, offering basic care and pediatrics and reducing healthcare inequities for the people of the township. The film is available to be streamed on the WaterBear Network now and on Apple TV on May 23 .
Viatris is dedicated to transparent annual reporting on environmental, social and governance matters, continuously working to further enhance its disclosures through its 2023 Sustainability Report. Click here to find further information and additional examples of the important work occurring across the Company.
About Viatris Viatris Inc . (NASDAQ: VTRS ) is a global healthcare company uniquely positioned to bridge the traditional divide between generics and brands, combining the best of both to more holistically address healthcare needs globally. With a mission to empower people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life, we provide access at scale, currently supplying high-quality medicines to approximately 1 billion patients around the world annually and touching all of life's moments, from birth to the end of life, acute conditions to chronic diseases. With our exceptionally extensive and diverse portfolio of medicines, a one-of-a-kind global supply chain designed to reach more people when and where they need them, and the scientific expertise to address some of the world's most enduring health challenges, access takes on deep meaning at Viatris. We are headquartered in the U.S., with global centers in Pittsburgh , Shanghai and Hyderabad, India . Learn more at viatris.com and investor.viatris.com , and connect with us on LinkedIn , Instagram , YouTube and X (formerly Twitter).
1 Per Dec. 31, 2023 , and not taking into account divestitures.
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