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Lysol teams up with The GIANT Room to donate Lysol Minilabs Science Kits to Title I schools nationwide PARSIPPANY, N.J., July 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lysol ®, a Reckitt brand, knows that little hands learn best when they're hands-on. That's why for year six of the brand's HERE for Healthy Schools initiative, Lysol is making hands-on learning accessible by donating Lysol Minilabs Science Kits to Title I schools. Since 2019, Lysol's HERE for Healthy Schools mission has been to help curb the spread of illness-causing germs in classrooms nationwide and promote a clean environment in school and at home through the use of Lysol® Disinfecting Wipes and Lysol® Disinfectant Spray. Continue Reading For year six of HERE for Healthy Schools, Lysol is donating Lysol Minilabs Science Kits, created in partnership with kids’ co-design lab The GIANT Room, to Title I classrooms nationwide. The Lysol Minilabs Science Kits were created in partnership with kids' co-design lab The GIANT Room using firsthand insights and learnings from teachers, students and Lysol scientists. The limited-time offering kits include bespoke educational materials, lesson plans and activities for teachers to use for the upcoming 2024 – 2025 school year. * Each of the three kits will feature a dedicated theme, such as Germs in the Classroom. "We believe the best learning experiences are those designed with students' and educators' points of view in mind. Even better are those created with children and teachers involved in the design process," said Dr. Azi Jamalian, founder of The GIANT Room. "Co-designed with teachers, children, and their families, Lysol Minilabs Science Kits help students better understand the 'why' behind healthy hygiene habits and 'how' they can change their behavior—all through engaging content children can relate to, hands-on activities and creations, home-school connections, reflections, and reinforcement." How You Can Receive a Lysol Minilabs Science Kit: Starting today, eligible teachers at Title I schools can visit , where they'll complete a form to request a Lysol Minilabs Science Kit for their classroom**. Those who are selected will receive the first of three kits starting in September, while supplies last. Each kit will include printed and hands-on materials for up to 30 students, along with lesson plans.† "Lysol remains steadfast in our mission to cultivate a clean environment for consumers and their families, whether in the classroom or at home," said Benoit Veryser, Vice President of US Marketing for Lysol at Reckitt. "We've taken our expertise in science and germ education, paired with The Giant Room's dedication to creativity, to introduce the Lysol Minilabs Science Kits, equipping teachers with educational tools and resources to help reduce the spread of illness-causing germs and help their students thrive with hands-on learning all year long." When used as directed, Lysol® Disinfecting Wipes and Lysol® Disinfectant Spray kill 99.9% of viruses and bacteria, including cold and flu and the COVID-19 virus, and can be used on many household and classroom surfaces like desktops, door handles, and countertops. To learn more about Lysol's HERE for Healthy Schools initiative, visit: or follow @lysol on Instagram and @lysolus on TikTok. *Actual contents may vary **While supplies last †Lysol Minilabs Science Kits do not include Lysol products About The Giant Room The GIANT Room is a creative kids' co-design lab that provides opportunities for families and educators to collaborate with designers, policymakers, scientists, artists, and engineers. Through these co-design partnerships, we support our partners to design products and experiences that are effective, engaging, and address true needs of families and schools. In addition, through The GIANT Remix platform, we provide opportunities for children to co-design and co-publish books and games they can share with their community. Founded by two women with PhDs in education and backgrounds in science and engineering, The GIANT Room has formed long-standing partnerships with the foremost educational and cultural institutions. About HERE For Healthy Schools Established in 2019, HERE for Healthy Schools launched with the mission of helping to curb the spread of illness-causing germs in classrooms nationwide. From the creation of interactive lesson plans and physical resources to donating millions of Lysol Disinfecting products, Lysol is committed to helping kids learn healthy habits and providing educators with the resources they need to keep their classrooms protected from germs. About Lysol For more than a century, Lysol has been protecting families from the spread of illness-causing germs. We believe there is nothing more important than keeping our loved ones safe and healthy. For Lysol, just as it is for parents, protection is an instinctive act of love: an unconditional combination of strength and heart. About Reckitt Reckitt†† exists to protect, heal, and nurture in the pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We believe that access to the highest-quality hygiene, wellness and nourishment is a right, not a privilege. Reckitt is the company behind some of the world's most recognizable and trusted consumer brands in hygiene, health, and nutrition, including Air Wick, Calgon, Cillit Bang, Clearasil, Dettol, Durex, Enfamil, Finish, Gaviscon, Harpic, Lysol, Mortein, Mucinex, Nurofen, Nutramigen, Strepsils, Vanish, Veet, Woolite and more. Every day, around 30 million Reckitt products are bought globally. We always put consumers and people first, seek out new opportunities, strive for excellence in all that we do and build shared success with all our partners. We aim to do the right thing, always. We are a diverse global team of c. 40,000 colleagues. We draw on our collective energy to meet our ambitions of purpose-led brands, a healthier planet, and a fairer society. Find out more or get in touch with us at . ††Reckitt is the trading name of the Reckitt Benckiser group of companies. SOURCE Lysol

Collaboration with Leading Pulmonologists to Support Early Diagnosis of Chronic Chest Conditions PARSIPPANY, N.J., Nov. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, commonly referred to as COPD, affects 16 million adults nationwide, with another 16 million or more remaining undiagnosed*. A progressive disease with a poor prognosis, COPD diminishes quality of life, causes chronic respiratory symptoms and increases mortality. November is National COPD Awareness Month, and Reckitt – the leading hygiene, health and nutrition company behind household brands Mucinex, Delsym, and Lysol – is launching a nationwide education program to help raise awareness of the importance of early diagnoses of COPD and the vital role primary care physicians can play. In collaboration with two leading pulmonologists – Dr. Byron Thomashow, Co-Founder and Chief Medical Officer of the COPD Foundation; and Dr. Robert Sussman, a community pulmonologist and former Medical Director of the Atlantic Respiratory Institute Clinical Research Center in Summit, NJ – Reckitt is providing primary care physicians with an approach to help them identify patients at risk for chronic lung disorder. "There are an alarming number of Americans with undiagnosed chronic lung conditions, including stable chronic bronchitis and emphysema – two common conditions that contribute to COPD; millions, in fact," says Dr. Sussman "If we can identify and diagnose these patients early on, they have the potential to benefit from management strategies that could lead to improvement in both short and long-term health outcomes." This program includes a toolkit with an overview of the rationale for screening, a video featuring Dr. Thomashow and Dr. Sussman, a five-question case finding tool and a flow chart to help identify and score at-risk patients. "Our purpose at Reckitt is to protect, heal and nurture; and everything we do and make helps advance that purpose," said Tina Terraciano, Associate Director, Medical Marketing at Reckitt. "It's only natural for Reckitt to launch and support a program that not only aligns with our purpose, but also provides primary care physicians with the helpful tools to facilitate early diagnosis of COPD and help in the fight for better respiratory health in America. Media Contact: Kelly Monaco and Amanda Pisano at [email protected] About Reckitt Reckitt* exists to protect, heal and nurture in a relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We believe that access to the highest-quality hygiene, wellness and nourishment is a right, not a privilege. Reckitt is the company behind some of the world's most recognizable and trusted consumer brands in hygiene, health and nutrition, including Air Wick, Calgon, Cillit Bang, Clearasil, Dettol, Durex, Finish, Gaviscon, Harpic, Lysol, Mortein, Mucinex, Nurofen, Strepsils, Vanish, Veet, Woolite and more. Every day, more than 20 million Reckitt products are bought globally. We always put consumers and people first, seek out new opportunities, strive for excellence in all that we do and build shared success with all our partners. We aim to do the right thing, always. We are a diverse global team of c. 40,000 colleagues. We draw on our collective energy to meet our ambitions of purpose-led brands, a healthier planet and a fairer society. Find out more, or get in touch with us at . *Reckitt is the trading name of the Reckitt Benckiser group of companies. About Mucinex Mucinex is America's #1 doctor-recommended adult cough and cold brand, and contains the active ingredient guaifenesin, which helps thin and loosen mucus. Guaifenesin has a professional indication for thinning and loosening mucus in patients with stable chronic bronchitis, one of the common conditions that contribute to COPD. Sources: Radius, 2017 Survey of 1155 past 12-month chest congestion and/or cough sufferers ages 18 and over, proprietary Reckitt research IQVIA Pro Voice Survey of Physicians, 52 weeks ending December 31, 2021 For more information about Dr. Byron Thomashow, visit and for a brief bio. For more information about Dr. Sussman, visit: SOURCE Reckitt

UC Davis Health Will Distribute One Million Packs of Lysol Wipes to Community Partners to Promote Health Equity PARSIPPANY, N.J., Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Reckitt, the maker of Lysol, is donating one million packs of Lysol Disinfecting Wipes to UC Davis Health, which will in turn distribute the wipes to community partners in Yolo and Sacramento counties, promoting health equity in Northern California and helping to educate community members on proper hygiene habits. The donation comes at a time of continued spread of COVID-19, monkeypox being declared a public health emergency in the U.S., and the onset of cold and flu season. "As an anchor institution, UC Davis Health is committed to supporting community health and wellbeing, even beyond the care that we give at our hospital and clinics. We're proud to be able to share much-needed sanitizing products with groups in our community who need them," said Hendry Ton, Associate Vice Chancellor for Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. "We're thankful to Lysol for the generous donation." "Lysol's mission is to help families keep their loved ones illness-free, and that goal has taken on added meaning over the course of these past few years," said E. Yuri Hermida, EVP North America Hygiene for Reckitt. "Beyond COVID-19, communities must be continually aware of the spread of illness and take the steps necessary to stay educated on best practices for stopping the spread. That's why we're so proud to work with UC Davis to promote health equity in local communities and give people the tools to maintain strong health and hygiene habits." Much of Lysol's pandemic relief efforts have focused on under-resourced communities, including through its HERE for Healthy Schools Initiative. The brand has worked closely with education partners to provide millions of disinfecting supplies and educational materials to schools across the country, helping schools return to in-person learning. For more information on Lysol products, visit . About Reckitt: Reckitt* exists to protect, heal and nurture in the relentless pursuit of a cleaner, healthier world. We believe that access to the highest-quality hygiene, wellness and nourishment is a right, not a privilege. Reckitt is the company behind some of the world's most recognisable and trusted consumer brands in hygiene, health and nutrition, including Air Wick, Calgon, Cillit Bang, Clearasil, Dettol, Durex, Enfamil, Finish, Gaviscon, Harpic, Lysol, Mortein, Mucinex, Nurofen, Nutramigen, Strepsils, Vanish, Veet, Woolite and more. Every day, more than 20 million Reckitt products are bought globally. We always put consumers and people first, seek out new opportunities, strive for excellence in all that we do and build shared success with all our partners. We aim to do the right thing, always. We are a diverse global team of more than 43,000 colleagues. We draw on our collective energy to meet our ambitions of purpose-led brands, a healthier planet and a fairer society. Find out more, or get in touch with us at * Reckitt is the trading name of the Reckitt Benckiser group of companies About Lysol -- For more than a century, Lysol has been protecting families from the spread of illness-causing germs. We believe there is nothing more important than keeping our loved ones safe and healthy. For Lysol, just as it is for parents, protection is an instinctive act of love: an unconditional combination of strength and heart. SOURCE Reckitt