Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions, and Director Independence.

Refer to the information under the caption entitled “Corporate Governance at Baxter International Inc.—Board of Directors—Director Independence,” “— Proposal 1 — Election of Directors,” “— Committees of the Board,” and “—Board Responsibilities—Certain Relationships and Related Person Transactions” in the Proxy Statement, all of which information is incorporated herein by reference.