What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose changes to Becton Dickinson & Co's corporate governance practices, in accordance with Regulation FD.

Where can I find details about the corporate governance changes?

The details of the corporate governance changes are provided in the press release dated December 20, 2005, which is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing.

Are there any significant financial results or events reported in this filing?

No, this particular 8-K filing focuses solely on corporate governance updates and does not report on financial results or other material business events.

BDX 8-K: Regulation FD — Dec 21, 2005

Summary

Becton Dickinson & Co (BDX) filed an 8-K on December 20, 2005, primarily to disclose changes to its corporate governance practices. The company issued a press release on December 20, 2005, detailing these governance updates. This filing is important for investors as it signifies potential shifts in how the company is managed and overseen, which can impact long-term strategy, accountability, and shareholder value.

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1BDX announced changes to its corporate governance practices.
2The announcement was made via a press release on December 20, 2005.
3The filing was made on December 20, 2005, with the event date of the changes being December 19, 2005.
4This 8-K filing is primarily for Regulation FD Disclosure (Item 7.01).
5Exhibit 99.1 contains the full text of the press release detailing the governance changes.

BECTON DICKINSON & CO 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Dec 21, 2005)

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