That fistful of colorful balloons you thought would cheer up a sick friend or relative in the hospital? It might do just the opposite. Latex can make people allergic to it sick. Because of that, some ...

As more healthcare facilities require latex-free products to minimize the risk of allergic reactions among patients and staff, the demand accelerates for alternative elastomeric materials.

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. BRIDGTON – Bridgton Hospital has instituted a latex-free policy throughout ...

Liz Knight can no longer read a newspaper or touch the buttons on her remote controls, because they both contain latex Balloons are a common sight at children's birthdays, weddings, restaurants and ...

A woman who is allergic to latex cannot even share a room with a balloon because she could have a deadly reaction. Liz Knight has spent most of her life avoiding latex because of its potentially fatal ...