Although The Keeper is made from natural gum rubber (versus a synthetic polymer), it is still made of rubber, which is also called latex. To be conservative, don't use it if you are allergic to rubber or latex, or think you might be. The Keeper Mooncup is also a reusable menstrual cup we highly recommend.

ensure that workers use good housekeeping practices to remove latex-containing dust from the workplace quot;Hypoallergenic" gloves are usually made from latex so latex-sensitive workers should check to see if they are made from latex or some other material. People allergic to latex rubber products should consult an allergist to find out if they are actually allergic to latex (natural) rubber or to chemicals that are in synthetic rubbers.

Latex is a milky white liquid composed of rubber particles dispersed in water. This material is whipped with air to form a foam, which is cured to make our mattresses.

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Over the past few years, there has been an increasing incidence of allergic reactions among health care workers to latex medical gloves. Current estimates on the prevalence of latex allergy among health care workers range as high as 17%. This is thought to be largely due to the institution of universal precautions in response to the AIDS epidemic, and the resultant dramatic increase in glove usage.

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It is estimated that 1-6% of the general population has latex allergy (compared to 5-10% of health care workers).

Symptoms of latex allergy can be mild such as itchy, red, watery eyes, sneezing or runny nose, coughing, rash or hives. It can also be very severe with symptoms like chest tightness, shortness of breath and shock, some of which can be life-threatening. A latex-sensitive person can have a life-threatening allergic reaction with no previous warning or symptoms.

There is no cure for latex allergy, although medications can provide symptomatic relief. The cornerstone of management is awareness, education and avoidance. Allergists are trained and experienced in the management of latex allergies. The physician caring for the latex-allergic person must act as both advocate and educator to bring more awareness to this condition.