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32 Executive Briefing latex gloves offer the same prevention for Type IV chemical allergies," Ms. Gilbert said. "Understanding the differences in glove materials, characteristics and their chemical profiles is a critical part of the glove selection process." When selecting gloves, healthcare organizations must ensure that they are functional and effective. It's nearly impossible for hospitals to standardize on one single type of glove or glove material that will meet every caregiver's needs. "Remember to involve staff in the selection and evaluation of gloves. Key considerations include quality, low or no allergen content, flexibility, durability, strength, grip, comfort, ergonomic support and testing for use with chemotherapy drugs," Ms. Gilbert said. Innovative medical glove technologies eliminate the risk of latex allergies and dramatically reduce chemical allergies Ansell has taken the monumental step of producing medical gloves that eliminate the standard chemical accelerators known to cause Type IV chemical allergies. Ansell's proprietary PI-KARE technology uses biologically safer, novel accelerators that drastically reduce the risk of Type IV chemical allergies and sensitization, while simultaneously eliminating the risk of Type I latex allergies. PI-KARE's chemical accelerators are either completely consumed during manufacturing or remain within the glove film matrices, allowing better skin tolerance. Ansell's PI-KARE technology eliminates the five chemical accelerators most commonly known to cause allergic contact dermatitis: zinc diethyldithiorcarbanmate (ZDEC), zinc dibutyldithioocarbamate (ZDBC), sodium dibutyldithioocarbamate (SCBC), zinc mercaptobenzothiazole (ZMBT) and diphenylthiourea (DPTU). PI-KARE is also free from diphenylguanidine (DPG), cetylpyridinium chloride (CPC) and casein. Ansell, a global leader in safety solutions, owns and operates its R&D and manufacturing facilities. With this, they have been able to develop revolutionary innovations and advancements in PPE bringing positive outcomes to patients and healthcare workers alike such as PI KARE. PI KARE can be found in the entire portfolio range of polyisoprene (PI) surgical gloves which provides not only safety to surgeons and their patients, but also various options to support unique surgical applications such as orthopedic or cardiovascular. In addition to innovation, the company is committed to continued investment and expansion in manufacturing capabilities to meet global demand for PPE. Conclusion This year has been unprecedented, as hospitals and health systems have grappled with additional safety requirements on top of existing demands for efficiency. Despite the challenges, Ansell is committed to helping organizations thrive with innovative, high-quality solutions that support workplace safety and patient care goals. "Ansell can help you identify the optimal glove choice for your facility and our experienced clinical field team will onboard new safety solutions smoothly," Ms. Gilbert said. "Safety is our primary concern, along with product reliability and durability." Additional detailed information on PI KARE and other safety innovations within Ansell products can be obtained at ansell.com/pi-kare-beckers n References 1 Vandenplas O, Raulf M. Occupational latex allergy: the current state of af fairs. Current Allergy Asthma Repor ts. 2017;17(3):14. doi:10.1007/s11882- 017-0682-5. 2 Higgins C, Palmer A, Cahill J, Nixon, R. Occupational skin disease among Australian healthcare workers: a retrospective analysis from an occupational dermatology clinical. 1993-2014. Contact Dermatitis. 2016;75(4):213-22. 5 Higgins C, Palmer A, Cahill J, Nixon, R. Occupational skin disease among Australian healthcare workers: a retrospective analysis from an occupational dermatology clinical. 1993-2014. Contact Dermatitis. 2016;75(4):213-22. 6 Heese A, Hintzenstern JV, Peters K, Koch HU, Hornstein OP. Allergic and irritant reactions to rubber gloves in medical health services. Journal of American Academy of Dermatology. 1991. 25:831-839. 7 Vandenplas O, Raulf M. Occupational latex allergy: the current state of af fairs. Current Allergy Asthma Repor ts. 2017;17(3):14. doi:10.1007/s11882- 017-0682-5. 8 Higgins C, Palmer A, Cahill J, Nixon, R. Occupational skin disease among Australian healthcare workers: a retrospective analysis from an occupational dermatology clinical. 1993-2014. Contact Dermatitis. 2016;75(4):213-22. 9 Heese A, Hintzenstern JV, Peters K, Koch HU, Hornstein OP. Allergic and irritant reactions to rubber gloves in medical health services. Journal of American Academy of Dermatology. 1991. 25:831-839. 10 Food and Drug Administration. Process for Making Available Guidance Documents Related to Coronavirus Disease. 2020. Accessed December 21, 2020. ht tps://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2020-03-25/pdf/2020- 06222.pdf. Ansell is a global market leader in high-quality solutions for workplace safety. With over 125 years experience of developing innovative technologies that keep you safe, you can rely on our team to help you identify, select and implement the most appropriate solutions for your facility. Every day millions of people around the world depend on Ansell. With Ansell robust offering products, they always know they are protected and can perform safely and effectively. Ansell offers the widest range in surgical and examination glove portfolio ensuring a proper solution is available for your needs. 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