title: Confronting and dealing with problems of latex-based products.
abstract: The use of powdered latex gloves and other latex-based products and allergy problems related to them have become a major safety and environmental health concern of hospitals. In this report, we'll present the findings and viewpoints of allergists and anti-latex activists as well as those of manufacturers of latex products. We'll also give details on steps two major medical centers are taking to protect their employees and patients.
mesh_terms: D000389:Air Conditioning; D016902:Air Pollution, Indoor; D017449:Dermatitis, Allergic Contact / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control; D017575:Gloves, Protective / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006361:Heating; D006801:Humans; D007840:Latex / Q000009:adverse effects*; D016272:Occupational Health; D010361:Patients; D010564:Personnel, Hospital; D012307:Risk Factors; D014481:United States / Q000453:epidemiology; D014489:United States Occupational Safety and Health Administration