Latex in Medical News

Premium Latex Condom Donation by IBI Synergy, Inc. Are You Looking For a Few Good Latex Condoms?

... to an overstock in Premium Brand Nonoxyl-9 (N-9) latex clear and color condoms, IBI Synergy, Inc. is ... a donation of up to 800 cases of Premium latex condoms. Each case contains 1,000 condoms with ... June 21, 2009 -- Are you looking for a few good latex condoms? IBI Synergy, Inc. may have the answer ...

Universal Capital Management Reports Vystar(TM) Corporation Receives FDA Clearance for Envy(TM) Natural Rubber Latex Condom Made with Vytex(TM) NRL

... condom manufactured with Vytex(TM) Natural Rubber latex (NRL). The Envy condom will be the first ... content currently available in a natural rubber latex medical device in the U.S. Natural rubber latex contains over 200 proteins, similar to other ...

Biogel Introduces Polyisoprene (PI) Indicator Underglove

... Patented Puncture Indicator System, using latex gloves, alerts wearers to a puncture. The new PI ... includes a full-line of powder-free, low-protein latex and non-latex glove styles to address all ... puncture indication glove system (in either latex or non-latex) provides protection and an alert ...

FloBeds Develops Nation's First 'For Women Only' Mattress

... construction incorporates stackable natural latex layers on each side of the bed, ranging from soft ... friendly, constructed with natural materials like latex from rubber trees, 100% organic cotton, and pure wool from sustainably managed land. The latex is biodegradable and Oeko-Tex Certified. ...

Yulex Introduces Optiprene Medical-Grade Natural Rubber Emulsions Made From Its Safe and Natural Alternative to Hevea Latex

... or examination gloves, medical adhesives, latex wound care products and catheters that are safe for people with latex allergies. Optiprene HA+2 and KOA+2 Natural ... are free from the proteins associated with Type 1 latex allergy; and are manufactured using ...

Top Atlanta Financial Professionals Join Vystar Corporation Board

... company that's revolutionizing the natural rubber latex industry with Vytex(TM) NRL ATLANTA, Oct. 8 ... NRL, our revolutionary latex-safe natural rubber latex (NRL) product, we are experiencing growth that ... to all industries that use natural rubber latex or synthetic substitutes in their products. This ...

Vytex(TM) Natural Rubber Latex Manufacturing Test Results Get International Latex Conference Buzzing

... scientists and researchers at the International latex Conference 2008 excited about a bright future for natural rubber latex (NRL) yesterday with insights into the ... NRL. Mark is a highly-regarded researcher in latex protein interaction who is frequently called upon ...

Vystar Corporation Announces Agreement with Kildare Capital to Provide Investment Banking Services

... to produce Vytex(TM) Natural Rubber latex (NRL). This patented technology reduces antigenic protein in natural latex products to virtually undetectable levels. latex allergy has become an increasing ...

Vystar Corporation and Revertex Malaysia Sign Vytex(TM) NRL Production Contract

... lattices and post vulcanizable latex compounds, has contracted to produce Vytex(TM) natural rubber latex (NRL). "This contract represents tremendous ... expertise in producing some of the most stable latex compounds. In addition, it supplies many of the ...

Operating Room Nurses are Concerned about Complications Associated with Powdered Gloves

... implicated as the largest single contributor to latex aeroallergen levels in healthcare facilities.(i) ... line, asked attendees about glove powder and latex safety issues, both major concerns in the ... all four of the leading complications: latex allergic reactions, latex sensitization, ...

The Female Health Company / HLL Lifecare Limited Receive National AIDS Control Organization of India Order for 1.5 Million FC2 Female Condoms

... collaboration with HLL Lifecare Limited (HLL) (formerly Hindustan latex Limited) has been successful in winning another order from the National ... and C.E.O. said that, "This order is the result of HLL's and Hindustan latex Family Planning Promotion Trust's (HLFPPT) continuing commitment to make ...

The World's First Complete Intimacy Kit for Safe and Clean Sex

... the mix. Not only does the Intimacy Kit contain four premium lubricated latex condoms and some extra personal lubricant , but they also include three different flavours of latex oral dams (Banana, Strawberry and Blueberry), four large hypoallergenic ...

Stanford University Rises to Top of 2008 Trojan(R) Sexual Health Report Card

... #1 condom and have been trusted for over 90 years. TROJAN(R) brand latex condoms are made from premium quality latex to help reduce the risk of unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted ...

Microflex Introduces Tranquility(TM) White Nitrile Gloves

... are latex-free and provide an excellent option for individuals with Type I latex allergies or sensitivities. Tranquility(TM) gloves are an ideal ... headquartered in Reno, NV, is among the world's leading suppliers of latex and synthetic hand protection to many industries. Microflex provides ...

Video: Rubber Hits the Road as Trojan(R) Campaigns for Sexual Health in America to Evolve

... #1 condom and have been trusted for nearly 90 years. TROJAN(R) brand latex condoms are made from premium quality latex. If used properly latex condoms will help to reduce the risk of transmission of HIV infection ...

BD Announces Results for Fourth Fiscal Quarter and Full Year

... insurance settlements associated with the Company's previously owned latex glove business. Segment Results In the BD Medical segment, ... insurance settlements in connection with the Company's previously owned latex glove business. (2) Represents the acquired in-process research and ...

Global Latex Conference to Showcase Vytex(TM) NRL

... Corporation to present its revolutionary Vytex(TM) NRL product at the latex and Synthetic Polymer Dispersions Conference 2008 in Madrid in January. ... standardized NRL source material in Madrid." Vytex NRL is natural rubber latex that has undergone a proprietary process removing the antigenic proteins ...

Trojan(R) Ranks U.S. Colleges and Universities in Second Annual Sexual Health Report Card

... #1 condom and have been trusted for nearly 90 years. TROJAN(R) brand latex condoms are made from premium quality latex to help reduce the risk of unwanted pregnancy and sexually transmitted ...

Sagent Pharmaceuticals Announces Launch of First Two Oncolytic Products: Fludarabine Phosphate for Injection, USP and Epirubicin Hydrochloride Injection

... said Jeffrey M. Yordon, chief executive officer, founder and chairman of the board of Sagent. "Our epirubicin and fludarabine products are each latex and preservative free, and bear Sagent's hallmark packaging, designed to help healthcare providers quickly and accurately identify the right product ...

Amgen and Wyeth Statement on FDA Announcement About Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF) Blockers

... should be brought up-to-date before starting ENBREL. Patients taking ENBREL should not receive live vaccines. Are allergic to rubber or latex Are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding After starting ENBREL, call your doctor right away if you ...

Dove and Early Canada Goose Seasons to Begin Sept. 1; Game Commission Posts Avian Influenza Information on Website

... should follow routine precautions when handling game birds," Dr. Cottrell said. "Do not kill, handle or eat sick game. Wear rubber or disposable latex or nitrile gloves while handling and cleaning game, wash hands and thoroughly clean knives, equipment and surfaces that come in contact with game. ...

Researchers find possible environmental causes for Alzheimer's, diabetes

... fried bacon, cured meats and cheese products as well as beer and water. Exposure also occurs through manufacturing and processing of rubber and latex products, as well as fertilizers, pesticides and cosmetics. Nitrosamines are formed by a chemical reaction between nitrites or other proteins. ...

New B-SURE Pads Are The Ideal Alternative Product To Use For Mild Fecal Incontinence - Small, Discrete, Absorbent - Order Online At www.birchwoodmedical.com

... improving quality of life with a simple, easy to use solution. Compact, measuring just 3-1/2 x 5 inches open (fold to use), B-SURE Pads are latex free with excellent wet strength. They are available in boxes of 24 for $8.99 and may be ordered online at: www.birchwoodmedical.com Call ...

Perfect Father's Day Gift: The Sound of Silence

... ergonomic, intranasal breathing aid. Brez is a patented anti-snoring solution clinically proven to significantly reduce snoring, made without drugs, latex or adhesives. Based on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration definition, Brez has been reviewed and categorized as a Class I exempted medical ...

New Paint Shows Germ-Fighting Potential

... new antimicrobial polymer with a type of N-halamine, a bleach-like substance that kills germs. The polymer has no negative effects on the quality of latex paints. Tests showed that it kills a wide range of disease-causing microbes, including those that are resistant to multiple antibiotics, Yuyu Sun ...

Simmons Celebrates Earth Day by Encouraging Consumers To "Sleep Green"

... Mattress: Look for alternatives that feature natural fabrics and materials like natural latex. The Natural Care® collection features latex foam made in part from biodegradable materials like rubber tree sap as well as base foams enhanced with soy. Bed Frame: Instead of buying a ...

Total Source Manufacturing (TSMFG.com) - A Contamination Control Pioneer

... for business that require safety supplies . Total Source Manufacturing even carries cleanroom supplies including cleanroom mats, cleanroom wipes, latex gloves and shoe covers. Restaurants, hospitals, research and science labs can all benefit from purchasing safety supplies from this trusted ...

Ansell Limited Launching a New Global Website

... old. With operations in the Americas, Europe and Asia, Ansell employs more than 11,000 people worldwide and holds leading positions in the natural latex and synthetic polymer glove and condom markets. Ansell operates in three main business segments: Occupational Healthcare, supplying hand protection ...

Cleaning Products Up Nurses' Asthma Risk

... those working with solvents and glues used in patient care were 51 percent more likely to report symptoms similar to asthma. Nurses who used powdered latex gloves before the year 2000 were 6 percent more likely to have newly diagnosed asthma. The findings were published online in the journal ...

Don't Disturb Your Circadian Rhythm This Black Friday 'Sleep In, Nap Later,' says Specialty Sleep Association

... SSA member locations and take a nap. Revitalize your energy level by "test resting" today's latest specialty sleep bedding, including memory foam, latex rubber, air, flotation, gel, adjustable, futons and convertible beds, as well as natural and organic beds made from soy, bamboo, wool and 100-percent ...

Dermatitis Can Have Many Causes

... Common culprits include cosmetics, perfumes, certain foods, nickel and some other metals, cleaning solutions, detergents, industrial chemicals, and latex rubber. The majority (20 percent to 35 percent) of all dermatitis cases affect the hands, including more than 75 percent of work-related contact ...

Daschle, Convention Delegates, Daughtry Join to Give Help to AIDS-Affected People Around the World

... These unique kits are instrumental in providing otherwise inaccessible, basic supplies like antibacterial soap, antifungal cream, disposable latex gloves, cotton balls, petroleum jelly, acetaminophen, and more. World Vision's Caregiver Kit program was launched in 2006 to give the public a way ...

Medline Receives Force Majeure Notice From Hong Ray Enterprises

... obligations," said Amdur. "While Hong Ray is the first factory to formally declare 'force majeure,' other factories, including those that manufacture latex gloves, face similar circumstances. In Malaysia, for example, the government recently declared a change in pricing for natural gas, almost tripling ...

FDA Approves KINRIX(TM) - New Combination Vaccine for Children

... events have occurred in temporal relation to receipt of a pertussis-containing vaccine. The needleless, prefilled syringes contain dry natural latex rubber and may cause allergic reactions. For children at higher risk for seizures, an antipyretic may be administered at the time of vaccination. ...

UT Southwestern: Hidden facial cheek fat compartments are key to youthful appearance

... fat injections and 1.1 million injections with hyaluronic acid fillers were performed last year. Researchers injected 14 cadavers with dye and latex to identify the boundaries of the deep medial fat compartments and their relationship with adjacent muscles. Volume loss in the compartments resulted ...

Key to Angelina-like cheeks? Add volume to deep fat compartment

... the study, 14 cadavers were injected with dye to identify the deep cheek fat compartment, which is located underneath the fat beneath the skin. After latex was injected into the compartment, which then set overnight, the study authors located the boundaries of the fat compartment, as well as the ...

Key to Angelina-Like Cheeks? Add Volume to Deep Fat Compartment

... the study, 14 cadavers were injected with dye to identify the deep cheek fat compartment, which is located underneath the fat beneath the skin. After latex was injected into the compartment, which then set overnight, the study authors located the boundaries of the fat compartment, as well as the ...

The Female Health Company Reports 267% Increase in Second Quarter Earnings

... female condom, the FC2, have continued to increase, and we now have four FC2 production lines in Malaysia. Our partner in India, Hindustan latex Ltd., is operating a production line in that country, which has a population of over one billion people and a rapidly increasing incidence of ...

Microflex Corporation Launches New Website

... that Microflex offers. About Microflex Corporation Microflex Corporation, headquartered in Reno, NV, is among the world's leading suppliers of latex and synthetic hand protection to many industries. Microflex provides reliable, high quality disposable gloves and has been recognized by numerous ...

China RuiTai International Holdings Retains CCG Elite for Investor Relations Services

... lines marketed under the brand name ''RuiTai.'' The Company's products are used in various applications, such as a stabilizer and thickener in latex paint, in mortar dry mix for building materials, to improve the performance of resin in PVC production and as a membrane reagent stabilizer and ...