October 4, 2005

Ansell Healthcare Selects Neoforma For Comprehensive Distributor Sales Tracing And Rebate Processing

Global manufacturer of healthcare products to use Neoforma Contract
Management Solution™ to validate distributor chargeback payments

SAN JOSE, CA and RED BANK, NJ -- Ansell Healthcare Products LLC, a global leader in healthcare barrier protective products, has partnered with Neoforma, Inc., (Nasdaq: NEOF), a leading provider of healthcare supply chain management solutions, to support Ansell's data procurement and cleansing efforts.

Ansell will leverage the proven suite of services and solutions offered through Neoforma Contract Management Solution™ (Neoforma CMS). Neoforma CMS includes reliable data procurement and cleansing services, precise contract/chargeback validation processing and reporting, and powerful sales trend analysis and reporting through Neoforma SalesTrace™. The complexity of the medical/surgical marketplace - with its distribution requirements, contracting practices with group purchasing organizations (GPOs) and contract administration fees - has created a critical need for clean and consistent data to ensure the accuracy of chargeback and payment of administration fees and business accounting practices.

"The precision and integrity of sales data is paramount to Ansell's ability to grow its sales revenue and profitability. Neoforma has a proven track record of success in helping healthcare manufacturers like us stay ahead in the market, and we are looking forward to reaping the benefits of the entire suite of Neoforma CMS tools and technology," says William Reed, senior vice president and regional director of the Americas for Ansell, which celebrates more than 100 years as a market leader.

Neoforma performs the steps necessary to simplify an otherwise highly complex contract management and chargeback process for medical/surgical manufacturers. Through Neoforma CMS, the Neoforma team procures data seamlessly from distributors, and cleans and standardizes the data by detecting duplicate transactions, filling in missing fields and correcting inconsistencies.

"Ansell joins other leading suppliers that recognize that sales success relies upon a foundation of clean and accurate data, which Neoforma CMS provides. We are proud to be Ansell's supply chain partner in its efforts to optimize its sales strategies for peak performance," says Dan Eckert, president and chief operating officer of Neoforma.

About Neoforma
Neoforma is a leading supply chain management solutions provider for the healthcare industry. Through a unique combination of technology, information, and services, Neoforma provides innovative solutions to over 1,600 hospitals and suppliers, supporting more than $13 billion in annualized transaction volume. By bringing together contract information and order data, Neoforma's integrated solution set delivers a comprehensive view of an organization's supply chain, driving cost savings and better decision-making for both hospitals and suppliers. For more information, point your browser to www.neoforma.com.

This news release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements related to Ansell leveraging the proven suite of services and solutions offered through Neoforma CMS, Neoforma ability to perform the steps necessary to simplify an otherwise highly complex contract management and chargeback process for medical/surgical manufacturers, and ability of Neoforma CMS to provide clean and accurate data. There are a number of risks that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated by these forward-looking statements. These risks include the costs associated with providing the services expected by Neoforma customers, the outcome of Neoforma's evaluation of strategic alternatives and the ability of Neoforma to manage its technological challenges. Some of these risks and other risks are described in Neoforma's periodic reports filed with the SEC, including its Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2005. These statements are current as of the date of this release and Neoforma assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking information contained in this news release.

Neoforma is a trademark of Neoforma, Inc. Other Neoforma logos, product names and service names are also trademarks of Neoforma, Inc., which may be registered in other countries. Other product and brand names are trademarks of their respective owners.

Contact:
Rebecca Oles, Neoforma, for media, 408.468.4363, rebecca.oles@neoforma.com
Amanda Mogin, Neoforma, for investors, 408.468.4251, amanda.mogin@neoforma.com
Erin Foster, Ansell, for media, 732.389.4500, efoster@lanmarkgroup.com

October 10, 2005

Ansell Healthcare Extends Latex-Free Product Offering With Derma Prene® Pl

RED BANK, NJ -- Ansell Healthcare, a global leader in healthcare barrier protective products, is introducing a new addition to their popular Derma Prene® glove line, the Derma Prene® PI surgical glove.

Safe for use by latex sensitive healthcare professionals and patients, Derma Prene® PI gloves are made from synthetic polyisoprene and are light green in color for instant latex-free identification. Similar to the Derma Prene® Ultra, which is made from neoprene, Derma Prene® PI surgical gloves are powder-free to help eliminate powder-related post-operative complications.

The reduced thickness of Derma Prene® gloves provides enhanced tactile sensitivity in the fingertips, while making double gloving easier and more comfortable. Their smooth finish allows for worry-free instrument and suture handling.

Derma Prene® PI offers the performance characteristics of natural rubber latex gloves without the risk of latex sensitization.

"Ansell's new Derma Prene® PI offers customers an alternative when selecting a latex-free glove," remarked Carol Carrozza, V.P. Marketing Professional & Consumer. "Since polyisoprene is currently in such short supply, Ansell is proud to be one of a select few companies able to offer a polyisoprene glove to our customers. Our goal was to make our Derma Prene® line the most comfortable, latex-free gloves on the market and I think we've succeeded."

October 19, 2005

Ansell Healthcare Announces New Education Module: Understanding Hepatitis And The Appropriate Barrier Protection

RED BANK, NJ -- Ansell Healthcare, a global leader in healthcare barrier protective products, recently announced the availability of a new education module for healthcare professionals entitled Understanding Hepatitis and the Appropriate Barrier Protection.

The self-study module, which is available at no charge, has been developed for use by professionals who are responsible for or involved in establishing institutional policy and procedure, educating healthcare personnel, maintaining regulatory compliance (OSHA, ADA, CDC), and overall employee health and infection control services. Topics (areas) explored in the module include:

• The definition of hepatitis
• Various types of hepatitis and their clinical presentations, treatment, prognosis, prevention strategies, trends and statistics, and risk to healthcare workers
• Liver function
• Infection control measures and appropriate barrier protection
• Understanding hepatitis F and why it is not included with the other hepatitis viruses

The educational module is accredited by the Association of perioOperative Registered Nurses (AORN), an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission of Accreditation. The AORN has designated this educational activity for a maximum of 2 contact hours. For more information about this module and other Ansell educational programs, please contact Ansell Healthcare Education Services at 1-800-952-9916 ext. 7277.

October 25, 2005

Ansell Healthcare's Latest Educational Module Explores Fundamental Radiation Safety

RED BANK, NJ -- Ansell Healthcare Products LLC, a global leader in healthcare barrier protective products, recently announced the availability of a new self-study educational module for healthcare professionals. Entitled Basic Considerations of Radiation Safety and Barrier Protection, this module addresses staff, patient, and healthcare issues associated with high radiation exposure situations.

The self-study module, which is available at no charge, has been developed for use by professionals who are responsible for or involved in high-radiation exposure environments. Topics (areas) explored in the module include:

• History of x-rays in medicine
• Advantages of the x-ray as a diagnostic tool
• Categories of radiation currently used in medicine
• Potential negative biological effects of improper protection measures
• Protective shielding in the fluoroscopic environment

The educational module is accredited by the Association of perioOperative Registered Nurses (AORN), an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission of Accreditation. The AORN has designated this educational activity for a maximum of 1.2 contact hours. For more information about this module and other Ansell educational programs, please contact Ansell Healthcare Educational Services at 1.800.952.9916 ext. 7277.