Company Profile & Origins
Pfizer Inc. is one of the world’s leading biopharmaceutical companies. Founded in 1849 in Brooklyn, New York, by Charles Pfizer and Charles Erhart, the company began as a small chemical business making antiparasitic products, Pfizer grew into a global pharmaceutical leader.
Over 175 years, Pfizer has shaped modern medicine. It mass-produced penicillin during World War II. Later, it pioneered vaccines, biotechnology, and antiviral treatments. Today, Pfizer operates in over 125 countries and continues to lead in vaccine research, biotherapeutics, and preventive healthcare.
Research, Innovation & Technology
Pfizer is known worldwide for its advanced vaccine research and production, built on decades of expertise in microbiology, molecular biology, and biotechnology.
Key strengths include:
mRNA Vaccine Technology: Pfizer, with BioNTech, developed the first mRNA COVID-19 vaccine, Comirnaty®. This showed how mRNA could transform vaccine science.
Conjugate Vaccine Technology: Prevenar® vaccines use protein conjugates to improve the immune response against multiple pneumococcal strains.
Cold-Chain & Distribution: Pfizer runs one of the world’s most advanced cold-chain networks to maintain vaccine quality from factory to patient.
Digital Manufacturing: AI and automation help produce vaccines efficiently and safely.
Thanks to these innovations, Pfizer delivers safe, effective, and reliable vaccines to millions of people worldwide.
Vaccine Portfolio
Pfizer offers vaccines for infants, children, adults, and seniors supporting both national vaccination programs and workplace health campaigns.
Key vaccines include:
Pneumococcal Vaccines: Prevenar® 13 (PCV13) and Prevenar® 20 (PCV20) protect against 13 and 20 strains, preventing pneumonia, meningitis, and invasive diseases.
Meningococcal Vaccine: Nimenrix® covers A, C, W, and Y groups.
COVID-19 Vaccine: Comirnaty®, the first approved mRNA vaccine, used worldwide.
RSV Vaccine: Abrysvo® protects adults and newborns (via maternal immunization) from RSV.
Pfizer vaccines are known for strong protection, broad coverage, and consistent quality.
Medical Breakthroughs & Global Impact
Pfizer has made many important contributions:
Mass-produced penicillin in World War II, saving countless lives.
Developed Prevenar®, preventing millions of pneumococcal deaths worldwide.
Introduced Comirnaty®, the first approved mRNA vaccine, now used in 150+ countries.
Launched Abrysvo®, the first RSV vaccine for adults and maternal immunization.
Works with WHO, Gavi, and UNICEF to expand vaccine access in developing countries.
Through these achievements, Pfizer continues to improve global health and prevent diseases.
Presence in the Philippines
Pfizer has been active in the Philippines for over 60 years, with its head office located in Makati City. The company supports both public vaccination programs and private corporate campaigns, offering vaccines that protect against pneumococcal disease, meningitis, and COVID-19.
Prevenar® and Nimenrix® are widely used in pediatric and adult workplace vaccination programs. Pfizer’s reliable logistics and regulatory compliance make it a trusted partner for corporate immunization.
Shared Commitment to Prevention
Affinity Vaccines partners with Pfizer to deliver globally trusted, scientifically advanced vaccines to organizations. Pfizer’s leadership and innovation ensure that every dose meets international safety and quality standards.
Partner with Affinity Vaccines and Pfizer to build a safer, healthier workplace.
Contact vaccines@affinity.com.ph to schedule your corporate vaccination program today.
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