Article: BD Praises Recent California Patient Safety Legislation to Reduce Medical Errors.

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., Nov. 20 /PRNewswire/ --

BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a global leader in the manufacture of safety-engineered medical devices, applauds the recent passage of legislation related to the minimization of medication-related errors in California acute care facilities.

"BD is delighted to witness the passage of legislation that will help improve patient safety by reducing medical errors," stated Sam Riccitelli, vice president and general manager of BD.id, a new division of BD. "California has set a vital precedent on an issue of critical national importance."

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