e -- from prevention and early detection, to
diagnosis, therapy and care. Additionally, Siemens Healthcare is the global
market leader in innovative hearing instruments. The company employs more
than 49,000 people worldwide and operates in 130 countries. In the fiscal
year 2007 (Sept. 30), Siemens Healthcare reported sales of euro 9.85
billion, orders of euro 10.27 billion, and group profit of euro 1.32
billion. Further information can be found by visiting
http://www.siemens.com/healthcare.
(1) Based on competitor data sheets. Data on file.