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Glove Powder Hazards

Glove powder particles becoming airborne and contaminating the environment as person dons powdered glove

Did you know?

The WHO links glove powder to surgical complications and respiratory risks, supporting the shift to powder-free gloves. Glove powders have been associated with a range of adverse effects, including respiratory irritation, inflammatory responses, and increased risk of wound complications.1

These hazards have led to regulatory restrictions and a shift toward powder-free gloves to enhance safety for both patients and healthcare professionals.

Learn how to protect yourself and your patients.

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Hazards of powdered gloves

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Hazards of Powdered Gloves

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Reference:
1. World Health Organization. Glove use information leaflet. WHO, 2020, https://cdn.who.int/media/docs/default-source/integrated-health-services-(ihs)/infection-prevention-and-control/hand-hygiene/tools/glove-use-information-leaflet.pdf?sfvrsn=13670aa_10.

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