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Medical device maker donates $3M worth of supplies to Ukraine

Medical device manufacturer V6CO today said it is sending nearly $3 million worth of medical supplies to Ukraine as Russia’s invasion stretches beyond six months.

New York City-based V6CO’s donation includes more than 11.5 million syringe sets in support of aid efforts.

“At V6CO we offer our support for the people who have been impacted by the invasion of Ukraine,” V6CO CEO Mance Zhu said in a news release. “As individuals and organizations, we can all do our part to collectively provide support and work to make a difference.”

Medical supplies remain in high demand in Ukraine as fighting continues and supply chains struggle to keep up, according to United Help Ukraine, the nonprofit charitable organization partnering with V6CO.

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Does Asensus Surgical have a Russia problem?

Asensus Surgical’s Senhance surgical system [Photo courtesy of Asensus Surgical]Add the Russia-Ukraine war to the potential challenges facing Asensus Surgical (NYSE American: ASXC) as it seeks to innovate in the surgical robotics space.

Research Triangle Park, North Carolina–based Asensus today announced the sale of one of its Senhance surgical systems, an important development given that its 2021 annual report lists a total of two Senhance system sales and one lease buyout.

The company, however, didn’t name the hospital or country where its distribution partner placed the system. It only said that it was a hospital in the Commonwealth of Independent States, the international organization of countries that includes Russia and many of the other countries that made up the former Soviet Union.

Asensus Surgical spokespeople did not immediately respond to requests for comment. The company is scheduled to release Q2 earnings on Aug. 8.

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Americares sending 100 tons of medical supplies to Ukraine

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Americares this week announced it will deliver 100 tons of critically needed medicine and medical supplies to Ukraine.

The Stamford, Connecticut-based health-focused relief and development organization said the shipment will support healthcare providers who are treating children and adults affected by the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. The supplies include antibiotics, medicines for conditions such as diabetes and hypertension, wound care products and first aid and hygiene supplies.

“The needs in Ukraine, as well as in Poland and other neighboring countries where millions of refugees have fled, are enormous,” said Americares Director of Complex Humanitarian Emergencies Adam Keehn. “We are committed to meeting these needs in both the short and long term, with the medicine and relief supplies we have already provided making a life-saving difference for those caught in the cr…

Americares sending 100 tons of medical supplies to Ukraine

[Image courtesy of Americares]Americares this week announced it will deliver 100 tons of critically needed medicine and medical supplies to Ukraine.

The Stamford, Connecticut-based health-focused relief and development organization said the shipment will support healthcare providers who are treating children and adults affected by the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine. The supplies include antibiotics, medicines for conditions such as diabetes and hypertension, wound care products and first aid and hygiene supplies.

“The needs in Ukraine, as well as in Poland and other neighboring countries where millions of refugees have fled, are enormous,” said Americares Director of Complex Humanitarian Emergencies Adam Keehn. “We are committed to meeting these needs in both the short and long term, with the medicine and relief supplies we have already provided making a life-saving difference for those caught in the crisis.”

Americares has so far shipped over 40 tons of em…

Roche to donate more medicines and diagnostics to Ukraine

With the war in Ukraine on the verge of entering its second month, Roche (SIX:RO, ROG; OTCQX:RHHBY) has announced that it will donate additional medications and diagnostics to the country.

The company had announced its plans to aid the country in early March, which included 150,000 packs of the antibiotic Rocephin, an antibiotic WHO lists as an essential medicine.

Roche will donate an additional 4,600 packs of medicines for influenza, rheumatoid arthritis, spinal muscle atrophy and some cancers. Additionally, the company will provide reagents and consumables to support testing 120,000 blood donations and 31,000 units for diabetes management.

In addition to providing supplies to Ukraine, several pharma countries, including Lilly, GSK and Pfizer, have announced plans to curtail operations or realign their business focus in Russia.

Pfizer donates Russian profits to Ukraine

Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) has announced that it would redirect all profits from its Russian subsidiary to relief efforts in Ukraine.

Concluding that pausing shipments of medicines to Russia would be counter to its principles, Pfizer had already decided to offer humanitarian efforts to Ukraine.

Pfizer also announced that it would refrain from launching new clinical trials in Russia and stop recruiting new patients for trials already underway. In addition, the company will also stop investing in Russia-based suppliers.

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Pfizer donates Russian profits to Ukraine

Pfizer (NYSE: PFE) has announced that it would redirect all profits from its Russian subsidiary to relief efforts in Ukraine.

Concluding that pausing shipments of medicines to Russia would be counter to its principles, Pfizer had already decided to offer humanitarian efforts to Ukraine.

Pfizer also announced that it would refrain from launching new clinical trials in Russia and stop recruiting new patients for trials already underway. In addition, the company will also stop investing in Russia-based suppliers.

Pfizer’s previously announced humanitarian aid efforts included $2 million in funding to organizations such as the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), American Red Cross, International Medical Corps and International Rescue Committee (The IRC).

Other medtech and pharma companies, including Roche (SWX: ROG) and Bayer (ETR: BAYN), have announced similar initiatives.

How medtech and pharma are responding to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

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Medtech and pharma companies continue to support Ukraine relief efforts following Russia’s invasion.

Previously, the World Health Organization announced that it was sending “essential medical supplies” to Ukraine — including its first shipment of 36 metric tons of supplies for trauma care and emergency surgery and other health supplies — to meet the needs of more than 150,000 patients. Medical device and pharmaceutical companies have taken various actions for support efforts, ranging from matching employee contributions and sending supplies to suspending operations in the region.

Get the full running list of life science companies and their efforts on Medical Design & Outsourcing.

How medtech and pharma are responding to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

[Image from Pixabay]Medtech and pharma companies continue to support Ukraine relief efforts following Russia’s invasion.

Previously, the World Health Organization announced that it was sending “essential medical supplies” to Ukraine — including its first shipment of 36 metric tons of supplies for trauma care and emergency surgery and other health supplies — to meet the needs of more than 150,000 patients. Medical device and pharmaceutical companies have taken various actions for support efforts, ranging from matching employee contributions and sending supplies to suspending operations in the region.

Get the full running list of life science companies and their efforts on Medical Design & Outsourcing.

How medtech and pharma are responding to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

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Medtech and pharma companies continue to support Ukraine relief efforts following Russia’s invasion.

Previously, the World Health Organization announced that it was sending “essential medical supplies” to Ukraine — including its first shipment of 36 metric tons of supplies for trauma care and emergency surgery and other health supplies — to meet the needs of more than 150,000 patients. Medical device and pharmaceutical companies have taken various actions for support efforts, ranging from matching employee contributions and sending supplies to suspending operations in the region.

Below is a running list of life science companies and their efforts. This is a developing story and will be updated as companies release information.

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Medtech companies extend support to Ukraine humanitarian efforts

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Medical device companies are continuing to make contributions to support the humanitarian emergency in Ukraine following Russia’s invasion of the country last month.

Last week, Henry Schein, Siemens Healthineers, Conformis, Roche, Medicom and Philips announced initiatives to support the crisis, which included matching employee donations, sending supplies or donating money to support families in Ukraine. The World Health Organization also announced that it was sending “essential medical supplies” to Ukraine — including its first shipment of 36 metric tons of supplies for trauma care and emergency surgery and other health supplies — to meet the needs of more than 150,000 patients.

Get the full story on our sister site, Medical Design & Outsourcing.

Novartis to offer Ukraine-based humanitarian aid

Novartis (NYSE:NVS) is joining a growing number of pharma companies in supporting humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.

The company recently announced an initial donation of $3 million to support Ukrainian humanitarian assistance initiatives at the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, Save the Children and International Rescue Committee.

Bayer and Roche have announced similar initiatives.

Novartis also said it would offer ongoing financial support and donations of medicines to Ukrainians.

The company also criticized the war in a statement and pushed for a peaceful resolution.

Pharmacies in Ukraine have reported shortages of some medicines.

Novartis remains hopeful this war will reach a peaceful solution as soon as possible.