BROWNSVILLE, Texas, Nov. 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A first of its kind Human Papillomavirus (HPV) self-collection screening pilot program aimed at improving cervical cancer screening in underserved communities has officially launched in Texas. HPV is the cause of virtually all cervical cancers.

The study is being conducted at Su Clinica, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with locations in Brownsville, Harlingen, Raymondville, and Santa Rosa, Texas, together with researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. This study will evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of self-collected HPV testing in a real-world health care setting. It also aims to identify any challenges and solutions for cervical cancer screening in communities with limited access to health care resources. This initiative will be using the BD Onclarity™ HPV Assay from BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), which was approved earlier this year by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for HPV self-collection screening in health care settings.

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., Nov. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced that it will present at the 7th Annual Evercore ISI HealthCONx Conference on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 10:50 am Eastern Time.

The live webcast of BD's presentation can be accessed from the BD investor relations website, investors.bd.com. A replay of the event will be available on the same webpage following its conclusion.

About BDBD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and the delivery of care. The company supports the heroes on the frontlines of health care by developing innovative technology, services and solutions that help advance both clinical therapy for patients and clinical process for health care providers. BD and its more than 70,000 employees have a passion and commitment to help enhance the safety and efficiency of clinicians' care delivery process, enable laboratory scientists to accurately detect disease and advance researchers' capabilities to develop the next generation of diagnostics and therapeutics. BD has a presence in virtually every country and partners with organizations around the world to address some of the most challenging global health issues. By working in close collaboration with customers, BD can help enhance outcomes, lower costs, increase efficiencies, improve safety and expand access to health care. For more information on BD, please visit bd.com or connect with us on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/company/bd1/ and Twitter @BDandCo.

Strong Growth and Margin Execution Drives Performance in Quarter

Q4 revenue of $5.4 billion increased 6.9% as reported, 7.4% currency-neutral and 6.2% organicQ4 GAAP and adjusted diluted EPS from continuing operations of $1.45 and $3.81 grew 173.6% and 11.4%, respectivelyFY24 revenue of $20.2 billion increased 4.2% as reported and currency neutral, 4.6% adjusted currency-neutral, and 5.0% organicFY24 GAAP and adjusted diluted EPS from continuing operations of $5.93 and $13.14 grew 16.3% and 7.6%, respectivelyFY24 cash from continuing operations grew 28.5% to $3.8 billion and Free Cash Flow grew 47.4% to $3.1 billion, increasing $0.9 billion and $1.0 billion since the prior year, respectivelyCompany issues FY25 revenue guidance including GAAP growth of 8.9% to 9.4%, adjusted currency-neutral growth of 8.8% to 9.3% and organic growth of 4.0% to 4.5%Company issues FY25 adjusted diluted EPS guidance of $14.25 to $14.601, which reflects growth of about 10% at the midpoint

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX) has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.04 per common share, an increase of 9.5% from the previous quarter. The dividend will be payable on December 31, 2024 to holders of record on December 9, 2024. The indicated annual dividend rate for fiscal year 2025 is $4.16 per share.

"This is the 53rd consecutive fiscal year in which we have raised our dividend, maintaining BD's membership in the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats Index, which tracks companies that have increased dividends for at least 25 consecutive years," said Tom Polen, chairman, CEO and president of BD. "This increase reflects our confidence in our long-term outlook, as well as our ongoing commitment to create value through execution of our BD 2025 strategy and return capital to shareholders."

MISSISSAUGA, ON, Oct. 29, 2024 /CNW/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, announced today Health Canada approval of the BD Onclarity™ HPV Assay for human papillomavirus (HPV) testing for the use with self-collected vaginal specimens at home.  

Self-collected samples provide an alternative to the traditional Pap test performed by a clinician with a speculum, making cervical cancer screening more accessible. Compared to the traditional Pap test, HPV self-collection is less invasive, more cost-effective, and requires less frequent testing, now recommended every five years. The accuracy of self-collection for HPV is at the same standard as clinician-collected samples, making cervical cancer prevention more accessible, especially to remote, rural, and vulnerable populations. This is critical, considering cervical cancer incidence is three-fold higher in underserved populations in remote communities who have limited access to screening when compared to the general population. 

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., Oct. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced it has been named as one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens of 2024 by 3BL, ranking second in the health care equipment and services industry for its second consecutive year. 

The 100 Best Corporate Citizens list recognizes outstanding environmental, social and governance transparency and performance among 1,000 of the largest U.S. public companies. Rankings are based on over 200 factors across seven pillars – including climate change, employee relations, environment, governance, human rights, and stakeholders and society.

Automation-Ready Reagents Used with the Hamilton Robotics Liquid-Handler Streamlines and Helps Accelerate Lab Work Leading to Genomic Sequencing 

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., Oct. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced the commercial launch of the first in a family of high-throughput, robotics-compatible reagent kits that will enable automation to ensure greater consistency and increased efficiency of large-scale, single-cell discovery studies.

Announces Dates for Fiscal 2025 Quarterly Earnings Webcasts

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., Oct. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced that it will report financial results for its fiscal 2024 fourth quarter and full year on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024.

A news release will be issued at approximately 6:30 a.m. Eastern Time (ET) and will be available at www.bd.com/investors, along with related presentation materials. The news release and presentation materials will include summary financial information for the company's fiscal 2024 fourth quarter and full year, which ended on Sept. 30, 2024.

No admission of liability or wrongdoing; settlement structured to eliminate uncertainty for all stakeholders related to settled cases.Settlement amount within current product litigation reserve and will be paid out over a multi-year period.Settlement will not change BD's cash flow goals or capital allocation strategy.

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., Oct. 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced it has reached an agreement to resolve the vast majority of its existing hernia litigation.

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., Sept. 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today announced new data that highlights how its advanced artificial intelligence technology can help health systems better identify incidents of controlled substance diversion in the operating room.

Hospital drug diversion occurs when a health care worker "diverts" opioids or other controlled substances away from patients for personal use or sale. The operating room is one of the highest risk areas for the diversion of controlled substances, such as narcotics used for anesthesia and pain management.