Pauline Medcalf — a theatre nurse
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Description
The healthcare worker in this video developed a latex allergy. She suffered toxic shock when she was being operated on after the surgeon wore latex gloves. After returning to work, she developed dermatitis. In her testimonial, she describes how she can still do her job but she can now wear only latex-free gloves.
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Provider
Provider name (English)
HSE — Health and Safety Executive
Provider name (Original)
HSE — Health and Safety Executive
Type of provider
Tasks covered
Not applicable
Biological hazard
Not applicable
Hazard - physical state
Not applicable
Hazard - health effects
Allergens
Exposure route
Dermal contact
Substance Description
Latex
CAS Number
9006-04-6
EC number
232-689-0
Prevention measures
Level 1. Elimination of hazards
Purpose of the material
Awareness raising
Warning message / Alert
Target group
All (no specific target group)