BD Onclarity™ HPV Assay and New Guidelines - The BD Onclarity™ HPV Assay has been officially added to the ASCCP Enduring Risk-Based Management Guidelines due to its ability to individually identify more high-risk types of HPV [1][2] - The new guidelines represent a significant advancement in cervical cancer prevention and management, offering a more precise and effective approach to HPV screening, which improves treatment design and supports efforts to eliminate cervical cancer [2] - The BD Onclarity™ HPV Assay employs extended genotyping, allowing for a more detailed analysis of HPV types present in a person's body, which is crucial as HPV is the cause of virtually all cervical cancer [3] Extended Genotyping and Clinical Benefits - Traditional HPV tests typically identify no more than two high-risk HPV types individually, while the BD Onclarity™ HPV Assay can identify six of the 14 cancer-causing HPV types individually and group the remaining seven into three pooled results [4] - This extended genotyping allows for more precise risk assessment, persistence-tracking, and personalized treatment plans, aligning with new clinical recommendations [4] - Clinicians can more effectively manage high-risk cases and guide follow-up for low-risk patients by identifying specific HPV types and tracking them individually across patient visits [5] Self-Collection and Accessibility - The new ASCCP guidelines support the use of self-collection methods for cervical cancer screening, which is also offered with the BD Onclarity™ HPV Assay in healthcare settings [5] - Self-collection methods make it easier for women and people with a cervix to get screened, especially those facing barriers to traditional screening methods such as lack of time or discomfort with pelvic exams [5] - The recent FDA approval for self-collection in healthcare settings and the inclusion of extended genotyping in the ASCCP guidelines are expected to significantly improve access to potentially life-saving screening and the precision of screening results [6] Integration of New Technologies - The new guidelines integrate new technologies and approaches to improve cancer prevention for high-risk individuals and decrease unnecessary procedures in lower-risk individuals [7] - Extended genotyping results provide additional risk stratification beyond a pooled high-risk result, and repeated detection of the same HPV type, even a lower-risk strain, is associated with a much higher risk of cervical pre-cancer compared to single-time point detection [7] ASCCP Mobile Application Update - The ASCCP guidelines will soon be used to update the popular ASCCP mobile application, which is downloaded by over 150,000 clinicians in the US to help inform their decision-making and improve patient care [8] USPSTF Recommendations - Self-collection for HPV/cervical cancer screening is among the recommendations recently released for public comment by the US Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), which guides healthcare providers in the US on the effectiveness of specific preventive care services [9] About BD - BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies, advancing health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics, and the delivery of care [10] - The company develops innovative technology, services, and solutions to advance clinical therapy for patients and clinical processes for healthcare providers, with a presence in virtually every country and partnerships to address global health challenges [11]

Executive Appointment - Pamela Spikner has been appointed as Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer, and Controller at BD, effective January 20 [1][2] - Spikner will oversee all accounting policy and financial reporting for the company, reporting to Chris DelOrefice, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer [2] Professional Background - Spikner brings over 25 years of expertise in corporate finance and accounting, with a strong track record in leadership and team building [1] - Prior to joining BD, Spikner served as Chief Accounting Officer at R1 RCM, Inc, where she managed financial reporting, compliance, and operational efficiency programs [1] - She held various accounting leadership roles at Exelon Corporation, a Fortune 200 company, and served as Assistant Corporate Controller at Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc [1] - Spikner began her career in the audit practice of PwC, working with clients in the healthcare and insurance industries [1] Education and Certifications - Spikner holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Indiana University of Pennsylvania [5] - She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) [5] Company Overview - BD is a leading global medical technology company focused on improving medical discovery, diagnostics, and care delivery [3] - The company employs over 70,000 people and operates in virtually every country, partnering with organizations to address global health challenges [3] - BD develops innovative technologies and solutions to enhance clinical therapy, improve safety, and increase efficiency in healthcare delivery [3]

Survey Findings - 72% of women in the US have delayed gynecology visits, with 54% citing fear or discomfort and 49% citing scheduling challenges as reasons [1][2][3] - 50% of women are unaware of how often they should be screened for cervical cancer [2][3] - 81% of women want more comfortable and less invasive HPV/cervical cancer testing options compared to pelvic exams [5] - 73% of women are interested in using self-collection vaginal swab tests at the doctor's office, and 74% are interested in self-collection at home [5] - 66% of women are knowledgeable about HPV, but 88% are unaware that Pap tests are not the most accurate for detecting cervical cancer, and 81% are unaware that women aged 30-65 do not need annual screenings [6] Industry Trends and Recommendations - Self-collection of vaginal samples is seen as a critical step forward in cervical cancer screening, reducing discomfort and time associated with pelvic exams [4] - Guidelines from organizations like WHO, ACS, ASCCP, and the US Preventive Services Task Force recommend self-collection for HPV screening and tests that identify more individual types of HPV [8] - The WHO aims to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health issue by 2030, emphasizing the importance of regular screening [9] Company Innovation - BD's Onclarity™ HPV Assay is FDA-approved for self-collection and identifies more individual high-risk types of HPV than any other test, enabling better tracking and management of high-risk cases [7] - BD is advancing health through innovative technology, diagnostics, and care delivery, with a focus on improving safety, efficiency, and access to healthcare [12]

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., Jan. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced that it will host its virtual 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders (the "Annual Meeting") on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. (ET).As described in the proxy materials for the Annual Meeting previously distributed, shareholders as of the close of business on December 9, 2024, or their duly authorized proxies, will be able to attend and participa ...

Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX) , popularly known as BD, is well-poised for growth in the coming quarters, courtesy of its solid product portfolio. The optimism led by a solid fourth-quarter fiscal 2024 performance and a few strategic deals are expected to contribute further. However, macroeconomic concerns and stiff competition persist.Over the past year, this Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) stock has lost 6.9% against the 0.3% rise of the industry and the S&P 500’s 26% growth.The renowned medical technology comp ...

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Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX) , popularly known as BD, and Babson Diagnostics announced an expansion of fingertip blood collection and testing technologies for use by U.S. health systems and other large provider networks in settings like urgent cares, doctor offices and other ambulatory care settings. The commercial partnership is an expansion of BD and Babson's collaboration to advance capillary blood testing, which began in 2016 and has since evolved into a strategic partnership.The blood testing pr ...

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J. and AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, and Babson Diagnostics, a science-first health care technology company, today announced an expansion of fingertip blood collection and testing technologies for use by U.S. health systems and other large provider networks in settings like urgent cares, doctor offices and other ambulatory care settings. BD and Babson Diagnostics today launched th ...

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., Dec. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today issued the following statement:BD has reached an agreement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to resolve the previously disclosed investigation related to prior public disclosures and SEC reporting regarding the BD Alaris™ System, which was acquired by BD from CareFusion in 2015 and is part of the BD Medication Management Solutions busines ...

The Zacks Medical - Dental Supplies industry in the Medical sector has shown a consolidating trend in 2024 amid a rise in product sales. Although dental patient traffic remained stable during the third quarter, discretionary spending declined on higher-cost dental procedures, affecting consumables demand. Broader macroeconomic challenges like inflation and interest rates have constrained budgets for dental practices.The pricing environment has stabilized, but it created a lag in this segment’s recovery. Per ...