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Aloe-Coated Latex Gloves.


Dash[R] Medical Gloves Medical gloves are medical safety accessories that ensure sanitary hospital conditions by limiting patients' exposure to infectious matter. They also serve to protect health professionals from disease through contact with bodily fluids.  has announced the addition of aloePRO[TM] powder-free latex latex, emulsion of a polymer (e.g., rubber) in water (see colloid). Natural latexes are produced by a number of plants, are usually white in color, and often contain, in addition to rubber, various gums, oils, and waxes.  gloves to its line of disposable exam gloves. The gloves feature an internal coating of aloe vera aloe vera
n.
1. A species of aloe (Aloe vera) native to the Mediterranean region.

2. The mucilaginous juice or gel obtained from the leaves of this plant, used in pharmaceutical preparations for its soothing and healing
, certified by the International Aloe Science Council, Inc., to soothe and protect sensitive skin. The coating makes the gloves easy to slide on and off; a fully textured surface provides a reliable grip, while allowing for superior tactile tactile /tac·tile/ (tak´til) pertaining to touch.

tac·tile
adj.
1. Perceptible to the sense of touch; tangible.

2. Used for feeling.

3.
 sensitivity.

Designed to address skin sensitivities and latex protein allergies, the gloves are available in five sizes, ranging from extra small to extra large.
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Date:Aug 1, 2001
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