Silencing Of Molecular 'Conversation' May Help Curb Severe Allergies Jul 1, 2008
4, 1997) Scientists at Columbia University have developed a new topical hand cream that may prevent the two most common latex allergy reactions-- sensitization to latex after prolonged exposure and contact. (Apr. (Science Daily)
Operating Room Nurses are Concerned about Complications Associated with Powdered Gloves Apr 8, 2008
viii Brehler R, Kolling R, Webb M, Wastell, C. Glove Powder: A Risk Factor for the Development of Latex Allergy. European Journal of Surgery, 1997; 579:23-25. (PR Newswire)
Latex allergy nurse wins payout Mar 15, 2008
"Employers must realise that they must take the health and safety of their staff seriously. "The dangers of developing latex allergy are well documented, and the solution is simple - provide latex-free gloves. Scarborough General Hospital did not. (BBC News)
Sleep on it: What you need to know about mattresses Feb 16, 2008
Latex: So, what if you have a latex allergy should you be concerned about buying a bed that contains latex. No, according to manufacturers and medical professionals, who say people with latex sensitivity are allergic to a protein in the latex. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
No tickets? No problem Feb 4, 2008
After all we had to do to get the credential, we're expecting a body-cavity search and are planning to claim a latex allergy. To our relief, there are no green gloves in sight. (AZCentral -- Sports)
UPMC testing 'smart' hospital rooms Jan 16, 2008
A patient who had a latex allergy was touched by a health care worker wearing a latex glove, even though a computer system indicated the patient had the allergy. The lesson from that experience, he said, was the need to provide more information at the bedside, while protecting patient confidentiality and making access to the information "as easy as walking into the room.". (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Severe asthmaSally Anne Carey is convinced a new drug saved her life Nov 24, 2007
She went in and out of hospital, and developed a latex allergy making hospital stays fraught with danger ... In 2000, Sally Anne was told that she would need a hysterectomy - but she was terrified that her latex allergy might flare up in hospital and prove fatal. (BBC News -- Health)
Schools Set Strict Rules For Costumes; No President Bush... Nov 1, 2007
There isa student and a custodian at the school with a life-threatening latex allergy. . (The Drudge Report)
Petra embarks on another green wave Sep 24, 2007
Others include technologies/solutions such as DeProtin that addresses latex allergy, Scallar Technologies that uses scalar waves to treat HIV positive patients, and Petra Financial, which develops software for the banking industry. Green Rubber Global has been promoting its technology as the worlds first commercially viable waste-free way to recycle discarded tyres. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
They chewed it over and made a gum that wont stick around Sep 17, 2007
I am a Critical care Technologist What shocked me most about chewing gum, is when the largest manufacturer admitted the product contained Latex, which not only accounts for the gums ability to merge with paving stones; but also cause latex allergy sufferers lips and tongue to swell up and on one occasion, cause an systemic reaction. Chris Wheatley, aylesbury, bucks. (Times Online)
Urinating dentist struck off list Apr 6, 2007
He said he did not always wear gloves due to a latex allergy. Too embarrassed. (BBC News -- UK)
Dentist guilty of not wearing gloves and urinating in sink Apr 6, 2007
He denied most of the charges, only admitting at a three-day hearing of the General Dental Council that he sometimes avoided gloves because of a latex allergy. The other claims, he said, left him "stunned into silence". (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
Latex Allergy: Overview Mar 4, 2007
What is a Latex Allergy ... A latex allergy is the adverse immunity response to the proteins in the latex ... A latex allergy is the adverse immunity response to the proteins in the latex. (Suite101.com)
The new way to wrap it up Feb 12, 2007
Latex allergy is an increasingly common problem, with up to three percent of the general population experiencing adverse reactions such as rashes, itching and irritation when exposed to this material. As you've discovered, this makes latex condoms about as appealing as poison ivy toilet paper. (The Cavalier Daily, VA)
