Published on January 20, 2010 at 3:10 AM
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (Nasdaq: TEVA) announced today that
it will be donating over $7 million in medicine to benefit earthquake
victims in Haiti. Teva is working with several of its Non-Governmental
Organization (NGO) partners to ensure these drugs are delivered to Haiti
without delay.
“As a company, Teva was devastated to hear about the earthquake and our
hearts and thoughts go out to the country of Haiti”
“As a company, Teva was devastated to hear about the earthquake and our
hearts and thoughts go out to the country of Haiti,” said Shlomo Yanai,
Teva’s President and Chief Executive Officer. “Working with our
partners, we are providing essential medical products to assist in the
relief efforts.”
Teva, the largest generic pharmaceutical company in the world is proud
to fulfill one of its leading values – making quality medicine
accessible around the world – especially where and when it is needed
most.
Teva will also match contributions made by its employees to designated
charities around the world.
Source: Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.