Advancing Public Health

For healthcare specialists, no challenge is as certain as global aging.  The World’s population not only grows in numbers but also becomes older.

According to the World Bank, life expectancy worldwide has risen on average by 4 months each year since 1970. The challenge is not so much in demography but rather to meet the growing need for more accessible, convenient and safer medical applications.

Living up to the healthcare challenge

From disposable syringes to new injection devices for insulin, unbreakable transparent bottles to one dose packaging ophthalmologic treatment, advanced polyolefins are making healthcare packaging and applications safer, cheaper and easier to use for patients and professionals.

The world health challenge also involves access to clean water and sanitation. Half of the world's hospital beds are occupied by people suffering from water-borne diseases. Contributing to provide access to fresh water and effective sanitation is at the centre of our Water for the World programme.

Find out more about our healthcare solutions.

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