Minimizing Latex Allergies in the Hospital
Filed in archive Latex/Rubber Allergies by ruth on October 04, 2006

The William W. Backus Hospital in Norwich, CT, for example takes pride in keeping latex at a very minimum in their facility.
Their first big effort came in the form of powder-free latex gloves. Powder is one of the biggest issues, according to pulmonologist and allergist Dr. Denis Baillargeon of Putnam, because if gloves are stretched, or snapped the powder becomes aerosolized, which is "very dangerous.
If you're visiting a friend or a relative confined at the Backus, forget about bringing latex balloons
as a cheer me up. they won't let you into the hospital. Consider getting mylar or other latex-free balloons, then, or something else altogether.Permalink: Minimizing Latex Allergies in the Hospital
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