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Latex Allergy News & Updates

  • A child wearing a witch hat leans over a glowing jack-o'-lantern with a carved smile. They hold a wand and are dressed in a blue sweater and pink pants. Colorful lights hang in the blurred background, creating a festive Halloween atmosphere.

    How to Stay Safe on Halloween with Asthma and Allergies

    Learn how you can minimize risk and maximize safety at Halloween when you have a child with a food allergy, asthma or latex allergy.

  • A green wristband with "Latex Allergy" written on it is placed on top of a medical form. The form has checkboxes and text related to medical conditions and inquiries.

    Latex Allergy Awareness Week is Oct. 6-12

    The only way for people with latex allergy to prevent symptoms is strict avoidance of latex. Learn more during Latex Allergy Awareness Week.

  • A row of various parked cars in an outdoor parking lot, with greenery and trees in the background on a sunny day.

    Why You Shouldn’t Keep Epinephrine in a Hot Car

    Learn more about a new study that shows exposure to heat in a car on a sunny day can decrease the concentration of epinephrine…

  • A pharmacist wearing a white coat is smiling and showing a box of medication to an elderly woman with short hair and glasses. In the background, another pharmacist is assisting another customer in a pharmacy setting.

    5 Ways a Pharmacist Can Help People with Allergies and Asthma

    Learn how a pharmacist can be an important part of your healthcare team, from improving access to drugs and finding ways to lower costs.

  • Close-up of vibrant red poinsettia leaves with small yellow and green centers. The lush foliage fills the frame, showcasing the plant's rich textures and colors.

    Can Poinsettia Plants Cause a Latex Allergy Reaction?

    Learn about the symptoms and treatment for reactions to poinsettia and how to avoid an allergic reaction to poinsettia during the holiday season.

  • A person wearing a blue medical gown is putting on a pair of white latex gloves, with one hand pulling the glove onto the other. The background is a plain light color.

    FDA’s Revised Glove Guidelines Impact People with Latex Allergy

    New FDA guidelines for healthcare professionals during COVID-19 loosen latex allergy standards, especially for glove use.

  • A green wristband with "Latex Allergy" written on it is placed on top of a medical form. The form has checkboxes and text related to medical conditions and inquiries.

    Ask the Allergist: Latex Allergy and Cross-Reactivity

    Dr. Sandra Gawchuk answers the Ask the Allergist question: What do patients with latex allergy need to know about cross-reactivity with fruits & vegetables?

  • A family of four, two adults and two children, sits at a wooden table in a cozy restaurant. They are enjoying a meal together, smiling and engaged in conversation, ensuring their choices accommodate one member's latex allergy. Plates of food and glasses of juice are on the table.

    How to Navigate Restaurants With Latex Allergy

    Individuals with latex allergy face multiple challenges when dining at restaurants. Learn to reduce risk of exposure to latex.

All About

Latex Allergy News & Updates

Latex allergy is a reaction to proteins from the Havea brasiliensis rubber tree sap, the milky fluid used to manufacture more than 40,000 products including household and medical devices. People with latex allergy often develop symptoms due to repeated use of latex gloves, helium balloons, condoms, or medical devices like catheters, wound drains or rubber tubing. People with latex allergies may also experience a reaction to certain foods, such as avocados, bananas, chestnuts and kiwi fruit, because these foods have similar protein structure to the rubber tree. Latex allergy can cause hives, cramps, intense itching, sneezing and watery eyes. In rare cases, it causes chest pain, rapid heartbeat, trouble breathing, lowered blood pressure, or anaphylaxis. In these cases, emergency medical attention with an epinephrine auto-injector may be necessary. There is no cure for latex allergies. The only way for people with latex allergy to prevent symptoms is to avoid latex. Limit exposure to latex products. Check labels or contact the manufacturer of a product to ensure it’s latex-safe. Wear a medical ID bracelet in case an accidental exposure results in emergency care. For more information on Latex Allergy, see our full article.

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