Olympics add to shortage of medical exam gloves Aug 1, 2008
Wheaton took latex gloves out of its facilities about seven years ago because so many clinicians and patients had latex allergies. We d have to be in very, very short supply to even consider using latex again, Kendrick said. (Milwaukee Business Journal, WI)
More People Worry About Fatal Allergies Jun 18, 2008
Insect stings are a leading cause of anaphylaxis, along with food and latex allergies. Doctors See More Anaphylaxis. (Click2Houston, TX)
School nurse Carroll retires May 4, 2008
Whoever heard a decade or two ago about cottonwood, egg, peanut and even latex allergies. Such allergies are nothing to laugh at and anaphylactic shock can be fatal if the child is not administered the antidote. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Microflex Introduces Tranquility(TM) White Nitrile Gloves Apr 11, 2008
Tranquility(TM) gloves are latex-free and provide an excellent option for individuals with Type I latex allergies or sensitivities. Tranquility(TM) gloves are an ideal alternative when enhanced comfort and tactile sensitivity are a must, and everyday use of small instruments demands superior wet and dry grip. (PR Newswire)
Operating Room Nurses are Concerned about Complications Associated with Powdered Gloves Apr 8, 2008
"Clearly, there is a need for education about the full range of complications related to powder. Although very serious, latex allergies and occupational asthma are not the only issues. Patient complications from powder left behind in surgical wounds can include adhesions, delays in wound healing, pyrogenic reactions and the fostering of infection. By understanding all of these complications, practitioners can be proactive in reducing patient risk and improving patient outcomes." Powdered latex... (PR Newswire)
Gloves go green Apr 7, 2008
Hampe said Loprol is a formula that is almost free from proteins, which trigger latex allergies, while most chemical allergies are linked to nitrile gloves. More News lect. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
Vystar joins Universal Capital Management family Feb 28, 2008
-based Universal Capital Management (OTC BB: UCMT) said the development of Vytex natural rubber latex is "a potential boon for manufacturers as diverse as the makers of balloons, surgical and examination gloves, mattresses, upholstery fabrics, toys, infant supplies and medical equipment. It is particularly critical to the health-care industry where current estimates put the number of health-care workers affected by latex allergies on average at 17 percent.". Related Industry News. (Atlanta Business Chronicle, GA)
Nut allergy boy barred from school Sep 29, 2007
He has asthma, latex allergies and nut allergies. How does this kid live. (Times Online)
Wal-Mart Flip-Flops Linked to Foot-Blistering, Burns Sep 13, 2007
Latex allergies are generally more severe, with hives, inhalational reaction where a blood test is conducted. The first burn case was reported by a Florida woman on Aug. 31. (Fox News)
EPA takes closer look at St. Joe Park Aug 23, 2007
Flat River Kid wrote on Aug 22, 2007 6:01 PM:" It didn't hurt us for the last century. This country has become a bunch of coddled wimps. I read recently where they won't let clowns have balloons in their acts, because the "Children may have latex allergies". Next we'll have to wear a helmet to walk on the city sidewalks for fear of lawsuits. ". amen to lomg life res. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
New Product Could Reduce Spread Of Infections Like MRSA May 16, 2007
For expediency, many medical professionals currently use a rubber glove, but these are often uncomfortable and can cause problems such as latex allergies or trauma to the skin. Around 40 million procedures using a tourniquet are performed each year in the NHS alone. (Science Daily)
Another Rubber Tree Plant May 16, 2007
Guayule performs like Hevea but contains none of the proteins that cause latex allergies ... Martin figured out how to double the latex yield of a guayule plant while screening out the proteins that cause latex allergies. (FastCompany)
This week, she asks questions about dams and drinks Apr 19, 2007
For those with latex allergies, there are dental dams made of other materials. There are also flavored dental dams available. (The Daily Princetonian, NJ)
Natural-latex company gets 1st deal Mar 21, 2007
Material derived from acres of Arizona-grown plants will be used to make medical devices for patients with latex allergies under a deal Yulex Corp. has reached with TechDevice Corp.. Yulex will provide natural rubber made at its pilot factory in Maricopa to TechDevice, a Massachusetts-based medical device maker. (AZCentral -- Business)
Daycare Allergies Nov 19, 2006
For some children, latex allergies can be so severe that no latex gloves should be used in the center and everyone should be informed that balloons cannot be brought into the classroom. One further, more subtle issue is the psychological factor of having select children with different dietary needs and how they interact with other children. (Suite101.com)
Halloween style. Oct 6, 2006
Important note: Make sure the glove is not latex; some people have latex allergies -- that would really make your party scary. You can get them at local pharmacies and drug stores. (Click2Houston, TX)
Condoms Provide Simple Safety Aug 29, 2006
People with latex allergies can try using two condoms -- one that is latex-free (but alas, not protective against AIDS) over or under a latex one, depending on which partner is allergic. Jane Brody covers science and biology for The New York Times. (The Ledger)
Major changes as area schools start new year Aug 19, 2006
"We do have students that have severe life-threatening latex allergies," Johannson said. "They can experience anything from watery eyes, sneezing and hives to a swelling of the throat and tongue, or they can quit breathing.". (Marion Daily Republican, IL)
Warning over food wrap allergy Aug 8, 2006
Between 1-6% of Britons are thought to suffer from latex allergies. Although there are no agreements on safe levels of latex, as little as a billionth of a gram per millilitre (1ng/ml) has been reported to cause a reaction. (BBC News -- Health)
Food wrapper allergy warning Aug 8, 2006
Between 1 per cent and 6 per cent of the UK population are thought to suffer from latex allergies and anyone with a severe allergy could suffer a lethal anaphylactic reaction. Anaphylactic shock. (Which?)
Food wrappers can cause allergic reactions Aug 8, 2006
Between one and six per cent of the UK population are thought to suffer from latex allergies. Scientists at the research company Leatherhead Food International in Leatherhead, Surrey, looked for latex allergy triggers in samples of food packaging for confectionery, fruit and vegetable produce, pastry and dairy products. (Daily Mail - UK)
Deadly latex evading lax food labelling laws Aug 7, 2006
Between 1-6% of the British population suffer from latex allergies. Latex is used in many food packaging materials, including rubber bands, meat netting, stickers found on some fruit and vegetables and the adhesive used for cold sealing of confectionary. (EurekAlert!)
National Papaya Month Jun 24, 2006
People with latex allergies can have a reaction to papaya skin. 5. (KHOU.com, TX)
Ask The Experts May 2, 2006
Allergies are diseases of the immune system that cause an overreaction to substances called "allergens." Allergies are grouped by the kind of trigger, time of year or where symptoms appear on the body: indoor and outdoor allergies (also called "hay fever," "seasonal," "perennial" or "nasal" allergies), food and drug allergies, latex allergies, insect allergies, skin allergies and eye allergies. People who have allergies can live healthy and active lives. (CBS 11, TX)
