Established in 1971, Cardinal Health Inc. is a Fortune 17 company conducting its business in the health care industry. Based in Plainview, N.Y., it carries out pharmaceutical development, nuclear pharmacy, pharmaceutical distribution and supply chain management services. In addition to providing a range of products, the company is a manufacture of medical and surgical products, including surgical apparel, gloves and fluid management products. Cardinal Health Inc. provides its services to hospitals, pharmacies and other health care providers.