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Form 8-K · Current Report · Filed 2026-08-05

Cardinal Health Appoints New Chief Accounting Officer

On August 4, 2026, Cardinal Health, Inc. announced the appointment of Anita Zielinski as its new Chief Accounting Officer, effective November 5, 2026. Ms. Zielinski will succeed Mary Scherer, who will continue to serve as CAO until November 5. Ms. Zielinski will also join the company as Senior Vice President Finance on September 16, 2026. Prior to this role, Ms. Zielinski served as interim CFO and Senior Vice President, Chief Accounting Officer and Controller of Baxter International, Inc. since March 16, 2026. She also has extensive experience at Sysco Corporation and Ernst & Young LLP.

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About Cardinal Health Inc.

Cardinal Health Inc. is a major global healthcare services and products company, distinguished for providing end-to-end medical solutions. Specializing in healthcare distribution and supply chain management, Cardinal Health serves a comprehensive array of clients including hospitals, pharmacies, and healthcare providers. Notably, the company distributes pharmaceuticals, medical products, and laboratory supplies, ensuring efficient delivery to improve healthcare outcomes. Based in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health plays a pivotal role in enhancing healthcare operational efficiency, offering extensive services like inventory management, logistics optimization, and integrated healthcare solutions that empower providers to focus on patient care. As one of the largest pharmaceutical distributors in the United States, it holds substantial influence in the healthcare sector, pivotal in ensuring the availability of drugs and medical supplies across various platforms, contributing significantly to the healthcare infrastructure worldwide.

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