Hansaplast Runs First Aid Programme In Primary Schools, Reaching Over 35,000 Students
They will also be collaborating with NASOM to educate children with special needs.
By Imelda Priveta — 08 Mar 2024, 02:09 PM
The Hansaplast First-Aid Primary School Programme, which began in August 2023, successfully concluded in January this year
Over the past few months, Hansaplast visited 80 primary schools in the Klang Valley to conduct this interactive and educational programme to impart knowledge about proper wound care practices to primary school students.
Among the schools visited were SK Puchong, SK Seafield, SK Alam Megah 2, SJK (C) Kheow Bin, SK Puncak Perdana, SK SS19 Subang Jaya, and others.
The brand managed to reach and educate a total of 35,552 students through its First-Aid Primary School Programme.
Marketing Manager of Hansaplast Malaysia and Singapore, Angeline Wong, said, "Following our brand purpose 'We've got you covered. For a life uninterrupted', Hansaplast offers best-in-class-products for wounds and injuries, making them accessible to more consumers worldwide so they are protected and can continue doing what is most important to them.
"As the market leader in wound care, Hansaplast take responsibility for the society. We are dedicated to providing first aid and wound care education to people around the world. Our social mission pledge is to educate more than 200,000 children on first aid and how to prevent infection by 2025."
In an effort to educate children on proper wound care treatment, the programme was conducted in two phases, with the third phase starting later this year
Phase one of the program, which was conducted from August to September 2023, covered 50 primary schools and involved 19,975 students. While, phase two was conducted from December 2023 to January 2024, where Hansaplast covered 30 primary schools and involved 15,577 students.
In the upcoming third phase, Hansaplast will be collaborating with the National Autism Society of Malaysia (NASOM) to educate children with special needs. This will further highlight the brand's commitment to social responsibility and education.
This meaningful initiative showcases Hansaplast's dedication to promoting health and education among Malaysia's youth.
Stay tuned to Hansaplast for more follow-up activities and initiatives!
