FLOOD RELIEF: GUARDIAN MALAYSIA DONATES RM70,000 WORTH OF ESSENTIALS TO MRC

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 13 (Bernama) -- Guardian Malaysia donates RM70,000 worth of personal and health care items to the Malaysian Red Crescent (MRC) to provide much-needed relief and comfort to families and individuals affected by the floods nationwide.

Guardian Malaysia managing director Priscilla Wu said the items included hand wash, hand sanitisers, liquid soap, toothbrushes, baby wipes, wet wipes, pain relief and fever tablets, mosquito repellent, plasters and hooded towels for children which are essential for maintaining hygiene, comfort and health amidst the crisis.

"In this critical time of need caused by the devastating floods, it is our responsibility to do our part and we are immensely grateful for the tireless efforts of the Malaysian Red Crescent in providing effective humanitarian aid during these floods.

"Partnering with them ensures that these critical supplies reach the people and areas that need them the most,” she said in a statement.

As a company proudly rooted in Malaysia for 57 years, she said. Guardian is deeply connected with the communities it serves and has long been the trusted partner for Malaysians’ health and wellbeing.

Meanwhile, MRC secretary-general Hakim Hamzah said the support from Guardian Malaysia exemplifies how partnerships can amplify relief efforts during disasters.

"These personal care products will go a long way in helping those affected by the floods maintain dignity and health during this challenging time.

"This partnership reflects Guardian Malaysia’s unwavering dedication to supporting communities in their time of need, proving that together, meaningful change is possible," he said.

Guardian Malaysia, which started as a 200-sqft pharmaceutical retail outlet catering five decades ago, now operates more than 550 stores nationwide, providing an unrivaled variety of pharmaceutical, health and beauty products, serving over 33 million customers.

-- BERNAMA