Latex Allergy Resource Guide

What is natural rubber latex? How latex allergy develops. Symptoms of a latex allergy. Types of latex reactions. Who is at risk? Recommendations for allergy testing. How to protect yourself. Strategies for glove use. Other prevention & avoidance strategies. What to do if you become sensitized or allergic. Cross-reactivity & latex exposed food. Legal & liability issues. Alternative approaches to treatment. Latex allergy survival checklist. Latex-free/latex-safe product list. Helpful web links and endnotes.