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Novartis is a world leader in the research and development of products to protect and improve health and well-being. Novartis was created in 1996 from the merger of the Swiss companies, Ciba-Geigy and Sandoz. Novartis company core businesses are in pharmaceuticals, consumer health, generics, eye-care, and animal health. The company name, derived from the Latin novae artes, meaning "new skills," reflects they commitment to focus on research and development to bring innovative products to the communities they serve. Operating through 360 independent affiliates in 140 countries, Novartis offers its products and services through its Pharmaceuticals, Sandoz and Consumer Health divisons.
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