MSD Australia & New Zealand

We are thrilled to announce that our Auckland office in New Zealand has achieved the prestigious WELL Health Safety Rating as part of our global WELL at Scale program! This rating highlights MSD’s commitment to creating a healthy and sustainable work environment for our people. Our workspace features abundant natural light, superior air quality and thermal comfort, ergonomic setups, and advanced water filtration systems—all designed to enhance well-being and minimise environmental impact through sustainable operations.   #WeAreWELL #WELLcertified #Sustainability #HealthyWorkplace

Existing pathways designed to give patients, who have run out of other options, fast access to innovative new medicines don’t always work. This means Australians are missing out on safe and effective treatments and doctors are not always able to prescribe the best medicine available. It takes 466 days on average for a new medicine to be made available through the PBS. Australians need a Stronger PBS now. Pledge your support to cut wait times to 60 days at StrongerPBS.com.au

It currently takes an average of 466 days from the time a new medicine has been deemed safe and effective by Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) and approved for use in Australia, to when it is made available on the PBS. Pledge your support to cut wait times to 60 days >> StrongerPBS.com.au

Around 500 Australians are living with Von Hippel-Lindau disease.1 On average, VHL typically manifests around the age of 26, and nearly 97% of individuals carrying a VHL gene mutation will experience symptoms by the time they reach 65 years of age.2 If you’d like to learn more about Von Hippel-Lindau or have any concerns, please reach out to your doctor for guidance. 1. MSD Data on File. 2. National Organisation for Rare Diseases. Von-Hippel Lindau Disease https://lnkd.in/g-Kw9zTM

Von Hippel-Lindau disease is characterised by recurrent tumour developments in various parts of the body including the central nervous system, kidneys, pancreas, eyes, adrenal glands, and inner ears.1,2 If you’d like to learn more about Von Hippel-Lindau or have any concerns, please reach out to your doctor for guidance. 1. National Organisation for Rare Diseases (NORD). Von-Hippel Lindau Disease https://lnkd.in/g-Kw9zTM 2. Varshney N, et al. A Review of Von Hippel-Lindau Syndrome. J Kidney Cancer VHL. 2017 Aug 2;4(3):20-29.

Von Hippel-Lindau is a rare genetic disorder1,2 caused by genetic mutations.3 It often spans across multiple generations, as individuals with the condition have a 50% likelihood of passing it on to their children.1,2 If you’d like to learn more about Von Hippel-Lindau or have any concerns, please reach out to your doctor for guidance. 1. Fact sheet: Facts for people and families with Von-Hippel Lindau Disease. 2021. eviQ, Cancer Institute NSW. https://lnkd.in/g8BgibeG 2. National Organisation for Rare Diseases (NORD). Von-Hippel Lindau Disease https://lnkd.in/g-Kw9zTM 3. Varshney N, et al. A Review of Von Hippel-Lindau Syndrome. J Kidney Cancer VHL. 2017 Aug 2;4(3):20-29. doi: 10.15586/jkcvhl.2017.88.

Today MSD gathered to pause and reflect on last week's World Mental Health Day. We focused on themes that matter to us all: the need to belong, taking a break when needed, supporting one another, and the simple yet powerful act of checking in—both with ourselves and others.   At MSD, we recognise that mental health is often what we cannot see, yet it’s vital to our overall health and success. Our colleagues across generations shared the importance of looking after our mental well-being in the workplace, reducing stigma, and promoting open discussions so that employees can thrive both personally and professionally. Mental health starts with open conversations and support—because when we take care of each other, we build a stronger, more resilient community. 💙 What wellness practice have you adopted to support your mental health? Share your thoughts and practices with us! #WorldMentalHealthDay #MentalHealthMatters #SupportOneAnother #MSDCares

In her early 30s, Jess faced a breast cancer diagnosis. Discover the 3 messages she wants to share from her journey. #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth Talk to your doctor about any breast health concerns. 

Cherie, a Sydney-based advertising executive, was 41 when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She opens up about her journey and her important message for all women. Talk to your doctor about any breast health concerns.  #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth