Philips Showcases Latest Patient-driven Sleep and Respiratory Solutions at the European Respiratory Society International Congress 2015

- AMSTERDAM, September 28, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- Highlights includeconnectedsleep solutions and the newest technology for COPD management  Philips Respironics, a business of Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), will showcase its latest portfolio of sleep-disordered breathing and respiratory solutions September 26-29 at the European Respiratory Society (ERS) International Congress 2015 in Amsterdam. At booth 1.H_01, Hall 1, clinicians can experience the latest Philips sleep-disordered breathing solutions and new options for COPD management that connect and support the patient, clinician and caregiver to improve patient care and help patients to live active lives. Sleep: Patient-driven designs for successful OSA treatment  Philips' sleep therapy portfolio connects the provider and the patient at the most important points in the health continuum, from diagnosis to compliance and ongoing use and resupply. The following new sleep-disordered breathing solutions will be on display during ERS 2015: "As a leader in sleep apnea treatment innovation, Philips continuously aims to expand its CPAP mask offerings with an emphasis on patient comfort," said Mark D'Angelo, Sleep Business Leader of Philips. "By addressing patient concerns, like limited mobility and mask-related irritation, we can provide patients with more personalized options to help them adapt to and stick with their OSA treatment, and get the sleep they deserve." Respiratory: Comprehensive COPD disease state management solutions  Philips Respironics is committed to providing one unified approach to COPD care - coordinated, consistent, uninterrupted and centered around the patient and the home. Our goal is to help reduce hospitalizations, improve patient care, maximize clinician resources and support patients in living more active, fulfilling lives. Philips will display the following new respiratory solutions at ERS 2015: Driving discussion on core sleep and respiratory trends and challenges   Philips executives will participate in the following workshops and symposiums during ERS 2015, providing insight into sleep-disordered breathing and respiratory care: Practical Workshop: Sunday, September 27, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m. CET, Room E104-106 (E Area) Evening Symposium:Tuesday, September 29, 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. CET, Room 13.2 (Hall 13) Speakers: Professor Dr. Winfried J. Randerath, Germany; Douglas Bradley, Canada Visit Philips Respironics at 1.H_01, Hall 1 during the 2015 ERS International Congress. For more information on Philips' advanced solutions for sleep and respiratory care and for live updates from ERS 2015, follow @PhilipsLiveFrom and the Philips ERS web site and continue the conversation @PhilipsResp and the Philips Respironics Facebook page. About Royal Philips:Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a diversified health and well-being company, focused on improving people's lives through meaningful innovation in the areas of Healthcare, Consumer Lifestyle and Lighting. Headquartered in the Netherlands, Philips posted 2014 sales of EUR 21.4 billion and employs approximately 106,000 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. The company is a leader in cardiac care, acute care and home healthcare, energy efficient lighting solutions and new lighting applications, as well as male shaving and grooming and oral healthcare. News from Philips is located at http://www.philips.com/newscenter. -------------------------------------------------- 1. DreamMapper is currently in limited release and being piloted in select markets 2. Data on file, Philips Respironics external and internal testing 3. Data on file, Philips Respironics external and internal testing 4. VitaBreath is currently pending 510(k) approval and is not yet available for sale in the U.S. 5. Data on file, Philips Respironics external and internal testing For further information, please contact: Alicia Cafardi [email protected]+1-724-387-4439