Code of Business Conduct

IV. Public Disclosures

Principle 7: Full, Fair, Accurate, Timely and Understandable Disclosures

We will ensure that, in all reports and documents filed with or submitted to the United States Securities and Exchange Commission by Abbott and in other public communications made by Abbott, Abbott's disclosures are full, fair, accurate, timely and understandable.

We will ensure that Abbott’s public disclosures comply with all applicable securities laws, including all applicable financial reporting and accounting regulations. Strict compliance with Corporate and Divisional accounting policies and procedures is required, as is full cooperation with internal and external auditors.