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Science News for March 15, 1998


Allergies To Rubber Affect 12.5 Percent Of Health Care Workers

A new study from Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions found that 2.5% of healthcare workers already experience allergic reactions to rubber gloves, while 10% are sensitized but asymptomatic. The study aims to identify and prevent these potentially life-threatening allergies.

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·DateMar 15, 1998