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BASIS OF PRESENTATION (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions		3 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2025	Mar. 31, 2025
Hurricane
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Hurricane Helene costs		$ 98
Discontinued Operations, Disposed of by Sale | Kidney Care
Disclosure Basis Of Presentation Details [Line Items]
Agreed purchase price	$ 3,800
Proceeds from divestiture of businesses	3,710
Proceeds from divestiture of businesses, net of tax	$ 3,300

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