GLAXOSMITHKLINE To Post Quarterly US Grants Report

GlaxoSmithKline announced that, beginning in February 2009, the company will proactively report educational and charitable grants provided to US health-related organizations. The report will be updated on a quarterly basis and will include grants provided to various organizations including hospitals, teaching institutions, managed care organizations, professional associations, patient advocacy groups, and continuing medical education companies. GSK provides grants for programs and organizations that foster increased understanding of scientific, clinical, and healthcare issues, and contribute to the enhancement of patient care.