Does Glove Color Matter?
Not so long ago, the presence of color in a disposable glove indicated a latex-free glove. Nitrile exam gloves were usually some shade of blue.
Category: Medical Gloves
Do Your Medical Gloves Pass the Viral Penetration Test?
There are millions of types of viruses in the world. Viruses that infect human cells cause diseases ranging from the common cold and chicken pox
Advances in Hand Hygiene Compliance
Hand hygiene is the most effective means of reducing hospital-associated infections (HAIs.) Infection prevention is critical to saving lives and reducing cost of care. Yet
Endotoxin Testing of Surgical and Cleanroom Gloves
Endotoxins are large molecules found in the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria. If enough of the molecules get into the bloodstream of humans or animals,
Glove Testing Demystified – Tensile Strength and Ultimate Elongation
Glove material strength and stretch are important factors in a glove’s quality and performance. Medical and cleanroom gloves undergo testing according to ASTM D412 to
RoyalTouch300 Delivers Optimal Performance and Protection
We are excited to announce the newest member of the HandPRO® family of nitrile exam gloves – RoyalTouch300™. This powder-free glove features a revolutionary design,
Powder-Free Exam Glove Choices – Chlorinated vs. Polymer-Coated
When disposable exam gloves first came into high demand, most gloves were powdered. Without the powder, gloves were difficult to don and doff. But cornstarch
Surveillance, Robots and Gloves Fight Spread of CRE
The superbug CRE, or carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae, has roared back into national headlines. This multi-drug resistant hospital-acquired infection (HAI) is much feared for good reason. The
Medical Gloves Essential to Mitigate Ebola, SARS Outbreaks
Every day a diverse group of health care workers rely on medical gloves to guard against contracting or transmitting dangerous contagions. In countries where gloves,
Hand Hygiene Before Gloving – How Important?
If you work anywhere in the health care industry, you are likely aware of the importance of performing proper hand hygiene and glove use to
