Latex Alert - Natural Rubber or Latex gloves DO NOT offer adequate protection against most hazardous materials and should only be used if recommended by a manufacturer for a particular chemical. When recommended for particular chemicals by a manufacturer, Brown University does use Latex Gloves. Repeated exposure to Latex and latex products may result in the development of latex allergies!

Symptoms of Latex Allergies - If you or your family experience allergic reaction symptoms, you should contact your health care provider and report the symptoms to the Office of Environmental Health & Safety at 863-3353. Symptoms of latex allergies may include:

• Dry, irritated skin
• Oozing skin blisters
• Itchy eyes
• Runny nose
• Difficulty Breathing
• CoughingWheezing
• Asthma
• Life Threatening Shock
• Hives