Disposable latex powdered gloves have been in use in medical and laboratory applications for many years. They are used to protect the wearer from toxic chemicals and biological matter. However, since its early days, repeated exposure to latex powder has been known to be harmful to humans. According to the US FDA, between 5 and 20 percent of health workers who regularly come into contact with latex develop allergic reactions ranging from mild irritations to death, as in the case of lab worker Karen Wetterhahn who died of repeated exposure in 1997. Continue reading →

From nurses to physicians, all general healthcare personnel are required to wear examination gloves. Examination gloves are essential for the protection and safety of both patients and physicians. Technology advancements have enhanced the development of various types of examination gloves in the healthcare industry made of materials such as vinyl, latex, and nitrile. Although they serve the same purpose, examination gloves are different depending on the material they are made of. Here are the main differences between latex, vinyl, and nitrile examination gloves: Continue reading →