Amsterdam, the Netherlands – Frans van Houten, CEO of Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, today provided an update on how Philips is addressing the constantly evolving coronavirus disease (COVID-19) outbreak, as its epicenter is shifting from China to the West.

COVID-19 is a top priority for Philips and all its employees. The company has mobilized its global resources to fulfill Philips’ triple duty of care: continuing to fulfill critical customer needs, ensuring the health and safety of its employees, and ensuring business continuity.

“I am proud that our employees around the world are stepping up to support healthcare providers and their patients in the fight against COVID-19,” said Frans van Houten. “We have a broad portfolio of products, services and solutions that can help address the preparedness, response and recovery needs of an infectious respiratory disease such as COVID-19.”

The complete statement by Frans van Houten can be found on Philips’ global news center