New Delhi: Philips India Limited, a subsidiary of Royal Philips, a global leader in health technology, collaborated with the HelpAge India to install over 400 units of air purifiers in old age homes in seven cities across India including Delhi, Mumbai, and Kolkata. Philips air purifiers will be installed in more than 40 old age homes and will enable more than 2300 elderly residents to combat allergies and respiratory problems by providing clean and healthy air.

Sharing his thoughts about the initiative, Gulbahar Taurani, Vice President, Personal Health, Philips Indian Subcontinent, said: “As a responsible company, we understand that to improve the lives and well-being of our fellow citizens, we need to go above and beyond our innovative solutions and make them accessible to consumers and the underserved communities in need.”

“Particularly vulnerable are the elderly who often suffer from weaker immune systems and can possibly face the adverse effects of air pollution on their health. We are proud to join hands with HelpAge India as they continue their exemplary work in helping and caring for the elderly communities in India in these unprecedented times.”

"The old age homes across India require support during these challenging times. They are a home away from home, for elders who have nowhere else to go and have virtually no support system,” he said. 

“As part of HelpAge India’s initiative to reach out to old age homes and elder residents, with supplies, ration and other healthcare and age care support, we are happy to facilitate this donation by Philips India,” said Dr Imtiaz Ahmed, Mission Head – Agecare, HelpAge India. /BI/