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Introducing HEALTH ANSWERS BY PFIZER: A New Consumer Digital Product Providing Answers You Can Trust In The Moments That Matter Most
When you or a loved one aren’t feeling well, you have questions, and you want information fast.“What’s the difference between the flu and a cold? How long are symptoms contagious? Can taking Vitamin C help?”These are the kinds of questions that can lead to a vast array of information in the ocean of the internet, and it can feel like you’re spending more time scrolling and sifting through confusing results --not knowing what information to trust.That’s why we’re introducing Health Answers by...
Join Pfizer in the Fight Against Cancer
Cancer is one of the most serious health challenges of our time. Nearly 41% of Americans will receive a cancer diagnosis during their lifetime, and it still ranks as the second leading cause of death in the country.1,2 At Pfizer, we’re fighting to change those numbers with numbers of our own:8: the number of cancer breakthrough medicines we’re aiming to deliver by 203040: the percent share of Pfizer’s research and development budget put towards cancer research2X: the number of patients expected...
Pfizer Awards $1.75 Million to Support Community Forward Solutions to Address Health Disparities
To help address systemic health disparities, The Pfizer Multicultural Health Equity Collective (The Collective) is awarding $1.75 million to seven U.S. non-profit organizations through its Communities Forward grant program.While the vast majority of people believe Americans should be treated equally with regard to healthcare, regardless of income or race,1 far too many people face structural barriers that impact their ability to reach their best health. Community-based organizations provide key...
January Social Media Round-Up—World Economic Forum, ASCO GI, and More
The year is off to a busy start with exciting updates and highlights across our social channels!CEO Albert Bourla shared his insights on potential healthcare breakthroughs at the World Economic Forum’s 2025 Annual Meeting, celebrated Pfizer colleagues that received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, and joined the family and friends of President Jimmy Carter to honor his life and impact. Our leadership team shared their own predictions for 2025 and shared takeaways from the week in...
United by Our Unique and Personal Connections to Cancer
This World Cancer Day, recognized on February 4 each year, we’re joining the Union of International Cancer Control (UICC) in highlighting how the cancer community is “United by Unique” - while every cancer journey is individual, it will take a united effort to create a world where people-centered care and treatment is available to every person living with cancer.Despite significant advancements, millions of people globally receive a cancer diagnosis each year.i It’s not just a statistic – it’s...
Understanding Your Thyroid: The Key to Energy & Health
January is a busy month. The holidays are over, and we get back to our routines—or to changing them. Thanks to new year’s resolutions, many of us feel overwhelmed with suggestions for self-improvement, and while they may not all last, taking care of yourself should always be a top priority.New Year, new you, and we’re here to help remind you of some aspects of your health that you may be overlooking. Like your thyroid, which is something you may have heard about, but may not know much about. You...
Pfizer Recognized as “2024 Corporate Partner of the Year” by American Cancer Society
For more than 20 years, Pfizer has been working to advance breakthroughs in cancer treatment and has pioneered several innovations across multiple types of cancer. But we know our efforts must go beyond the science. Many communities face significant barriers to accessing cancer screening and quality care, and no single organization alone can tackle these challenges. That’s why we partner with patient advocates across the oncology community with the goal of ensuring a more equitable future for...
Chief Corporate Affairs Officer Sally Susman Discusses Political Landscape, AI at Davos
Photo provided by Axios; Photo credit: Dani Ammann PhotographyLast week, nearly 3000 leaders from over 130 countries visited Davos, Switzerland to attend the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting. The theme of this year’s meeting was “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age.”Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla was in attendance — he provided his perspective on the future of health for the World Economic Forum and offered a recap of his experience on LinkedIn page — and was joined by Alexandre de Germay...
Five Steps to Prioritize Your Health in 2025
Here at Pfizer, we have a long history of innovation. Over our 176 years (and counting), our doctors and scientists have been at the forefront of some of the most impactful developments in the healthcare field. We aren’t leaving the business of making breakthroughs for our patients anytime soon, but we know that no one is better equipped to manage their own healthcare than our patients themselves.So, as we make our way into 2025, we want to make sure you’re doing what you can to ensure a healthy...
Pfizer and Our CEO Albert Bourla Recognized by TIME, Fortune
2025 is here, but only just barely. Before the new year truly takes hold, we thought we’d take one last look back at 2024.Pfizer strives to not only push the boundaries of what’s achievable in science and medicine, providing access to medicine to as many patients as possible, including those in low-income countries, but also to be an inclusive, enjoyable place to work. We’re proud to have been noticed for those efforts by some leading publications and organizations that highlight companies and...
December Social Media Round-Up—Forbes America’s Dream Employers, ASH and SABCS 2024, and More
Welcome to 2025! We’re excited to look back on our latest social media highlights from December as we plunge headfirst into the new year.CEO Albert Bourla looked to the future by sharing Pfizer’s goals and continued commitment to making a difference in patients’ lives. Our leadership team conveyed a similar message, from reflecting on Pfizer’s contributions to blood disorder and breast cancer research presented at the American Society of Hematology Annual Meeting and the San Antonio Breast...
Pfizer Colleagues Celebrate Native American Heritage
Earlier this year, as part of our efforts to foster diversity within our walls just as strongly as we fight for health access for patients all over the world, Pfizer held an event celebrating the culture of our Indigenous colleagues.Organized by our internal Global Indigenous Community colleague resource group, the “Indigenizing Breakthrough Innovations” cultural celebration was held during Native American Heritage Month.“If you want to be an ally to the native and Indigenous communities in the...
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