DEP recently announced grants to counties to control
mosquitoes that carry the virus. Since mosquitoes breed in standing water, even a small
bucket containing standing water for only four days can become home to many
mosquitoes. However, only a small proportion of WNV cases are transmitted
in ways other than the bite of an infected mosquito. (NYSE: BEC) today announced that it has
entered into a supply relationship with Princeton BioMeditech Corporation
(PBM)."

About Princeton BioMeditech Corporation
Princeton BioMeditech Corporation is a leading innovator and manufacturer
of simple and rapid diagnostic products used at the point of care.

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If standing water cannot be removed , products that kill mosquito larvae
are available at many lawn and garden, home improvement, hardware , and other
retail stores. When
large numbers of mosquitoes known to carry WNV are detected, they are
controlled using a naturally occurring bacteria or mosquito growth hormone.
-- Aerate ornamental pools or stock them with fish. In addition to transmission through the bite of an infected
mosquito, WNV can be transmitted through organ donation, blood transfusion,
occupationally, and may be transmitted from mother to child (breastfeeding and
transplacental).
WNV cases occur primarily in the late summer or early fall, although
mosquito season is usually April through October .

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Pennsylvanians can report dead birds on-line at
http://www.pa."
"From the standpoint of Princeton BioMeditech, we are very excited to be
suppliers to a company of Beckman Coulter's caliber and track record," said
Jemo Kang, Ph.

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"DEP and its county partners have been working hard on an aggressive
mosquito surveillance and control program to help us contain the virus in
Pennsylvania ," McGinty said. Treat it.'
Mosquitoes breed in stagnant water, so get rid of standing water or treat it
as soon as possible.
DEP and county coordinators use equipment called light traps, gravid traps
and dippers to collect mosquitoes for surveillance purposes.state.
-- Turn over wheelbarrows , and do not allow water to stagnate in birdbaths
for more than four days. In rare instances , the
virus can cause West Nile encephalitis, an infection that causes an
inflammation of the brain and sometimes death. Information about DURA and its products is
available on the Internet at www . Spanning the biomedical testing continuum -- from systems biology
and clinical research to laboratory diagnostics and point-of-care testing --
Beckman Coulter's 200,000 installed systems provide essential biomedical
information to enhance healthcare around the world.

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, PA Health Secretary Dr. Drainage holes that are located on a container's sides allow
them to collect enough water for mosquitoes to breed.com

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Johnson, Environmental Protection Secretary Kathleen A. People should continue to look for standing pools and
puddles on their properties and remember: 'Dump it.
Tips to eliminate standing water include:
-- Dispose of tin cans, plastic containers, ceramic pots or similar water-
holding containers that have accumulated on your property.state.com/cgi-bin /prnh/20031202/BECLOGO )
"Princeton BioMeditech is a worldwide leader in point-of-care product
innovation and has a well-earned reputation as a manufacturer of innovative
and high quality rapid diagnostic products," said Carl Apfelbach, general
manager of PCD.

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HARRISBURG, Pa.D.

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"People can protect themselves
against West Nile virus by using insect repellant when they know that they
will be in an area that could expose them to mosquito bites. DEP and county staff use environmentally sensitive materials to
control the mosquito population. To kill larvae, the predominant method of
mosquito control, Bti and Bsph are used. If a bird
is chosen for testing, citizens will be asked to deliver the bird to a
centralized collection site. Both provide a breeding habitat for domestic
mosquitoes.
-- Clean and chlorinate swimming pools that are not being used. The amendment ensures DURA covenant relief over the next six
quarters and will provide the company with significantly improved
liquidity.

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In 2004, WNV was identified
in 46 birds, 163 mosquito pools, 9 horses, 37 sentinel chickens and 16 people,
with two human deaths.
That is good news for the health care providers and patients who depend upon
our products and services. For more information, visit http: //www. For more information, visit http://www.

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Once found, the mosquito species is identified and
evaluated for WNV probability, population and geographic distribution.
"West Nile virus is a major concern for the agriculture community,"
Secretary Wolff said. Do not
overlook containers that have become overgrown by aquatic vegetation.
A website providing background information and regular updates about the
WNV is available at http://www.state.----DURA
Automotive Systems, Inc.

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The three agencies are part of a multi-agency effort
to help control WNV in Pennsylvania.us or by calling 1-877-PA-HEALTH. While anyone can contract WNV,
adults over 50 years of age are at increased risk of developing severe
illness.com

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"As the warm weather approaches, like all homeowners,
farmers and other animal owners should eliminate all standing water from their
properties and identify potential on-farm problem areas."
Wolff said that horses are especially susceptible to illness from WNV, and
equine owners should consult their veterinarian about the two vaccines
available .
-- Clean roof gutters on an annual basis, particularly if the leaves from
surrounding trees have a tendency to plug up the drains. A wading pool becomes a
mosquito producer if it is not used on a regular basis.

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ROCHESTER HILLS , Mich. "Princeton BioMeditech's intellectual property position in
the rapid diagnostic test products marketplace provides confidence to Beckman
Coulter and its distribution partners of product supply to meet their needs. is a leading manufacturer of biomedical testing
instrument systems, tests and supplies that simplify and automate laboratory
processes.

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B. Drain it.
-- Drill holes in the bottom of recycling containers that are left
outdoors. Mosquitoes
will develop in any puddle that lasts for more than four days. DURA sells its automotive products to every North American,
Japanese and European original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and many
leading Tier 1 automotive suppliers.newscom.

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These naturally occurring bacteria
attack the digestive system of the mosquito larvae and have no effect on
people, animals, plants or other insects. During
surveillance activities, officials search for immature (larvae and pupae) and
adult mosquitoes. Water gardens are
fashionable, but become major mosquito producers if they are allowed
to stagnate . New Agreement to Increase Company's Presence in Point-of-Care Market for
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Pet owners can also talk to their veterinarian about repellants
safe for domestic pets.us, PA Keyword: "DEP West Nile" or at
http://www.

CONTACT: Richard McGarvey (DOH)
(717) 787-1783
Ron Ruman (DEP)
(717) 787-1323
Kristina L.
DURA Automotive Systems, Inc.
(Logo: http://www.

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Roof gutters
are easily overlooked and can produce millions of mosquitoes each
season. Be aware
that mosquitoes may even breed in water that collects on swimming pool
covers.pbmc.

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Johnson said. The Departments
of Health and Agriculture also perform laboratory testing to determine if the
virus is present in mosquitoes , animals and humans.
-- Turn over plastic wading pools when not in use.pa.westnile. Based in
Princeton, New Jersey, the company offers more than 70 tests covering
fertility management, infectious diseases, cardiac markers, drugs of abuse,
cancer markers, environmental and veterinary diagnostics that enable consumers
and professionals around the world to improve speed and quality of diagnosis
for better patient care.

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The other control product is an
insect hormone, methoprene, which prevents mosquito larvae from developing
into adults. Citizens can call 1-877-PA-HEALTH to find
out if the dead bird they have sighted is appropriate for testing.

In people, WNV most often causes mild infections.com.com

Jeanie Herbert, Investor Relations
Beckman Coulter
(714) 773-7620
jherbert@beckman.

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"Our experience is helping us target resources
and ensure our field programs are even more effective.
As part of the state's WNV program, citizens are asked to report dead bird
sightings so that officials can identify potential areas for enhanced
surveillance.westnile.

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PA State Officials Remind Public Of Precautions For West Nile Virus

Residents still play an
important role, too.duraauto., president of Princeton BioMeditech Corporation .
Beckman Coulter, Inc., reported 2004 annual sales of $2.

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The company is also a leading supplier of similar
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Contact: Richard Hauer
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McGinty and
Agriculture Secretary Dennis Wolff today reminded Pennsylvanians that it's the
time of the year to start taking precautions against West Nile virus (WNV) and
noted that efforts have already started to detect and control mosquitoes that
carry West Nile virus."
The Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is coordinating the
county-based mosquito surveillance and control portion of the multi-agency
West Nile virus effort.
Pennsylvanians can take a few simple steps around their homes to reduce
the risk of WNV.
-- Landscaping can eliminate standing water on your property. DURA is headquartered in
Rochester Hills, Mich., In a move that
underscores its growing commitment to the market for rapid diagnostic medical
test products, Beckman Coulter , Inc. Under the agreement, PBM will supply a wide range of rapid diagnostic
tools used at the point of medical care to Beckman Coulter's Primary Care
Diagnostics business unit (PCD).

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"With the recent warm weather, it's time for everyone to start thinking
about West Nile virus," Dr.
Both these methods are harmless to humans and aquatic life. The West Nile
Surveillance Program will collect up to five dead birds a week per county
throughout the entire WNV season.
-- Pay special attention to discarded tires on your property. (Nasdaq:DRRA), announced today that it has
completed an amendment to its senior secured revolving credit
facility., is the world's largest independent
designer and manufacturer of driver control systems and a leading
global supplier of seating control systems , engineered assemblies,
structural door modules and integrated glass systems for the global
automotive industry. "With our
extensive menu of simple, rapid diagnostic tests, we are confident that our
relationship with Beckman Coulter will also result in more products being
introduced to meet the needs of distributors and ultimately, improve care for
patients.

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us. Visitors to the website can sign up to
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Fullerton , Calif.4 billion with 64 percent
of this amount generated by recurring revenue from supplies, test kits and
services.