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I hadn't heard of this before today and it may be of interest to some lab workers and EHS staff. The complete story at the VIN site is pretty informative...

- Ralph

https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2016/12/19/2016-30382/banned-devices-powdered-surgeons-gloves-powdered-patient-examination-gloves-and-absorbable-powder

http://news.vin.com/VINNews.aspx?articleId=43448

Ban on powdered gloves coming Jan. 18
FDA cites numerous health dangers

Powdered medical gloves are going the way of powdered wigs.

A once ubiquitous staple of doctors, powdered gloves are being thrown out of exam and operating rooms by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as of
Jan. 18. The reason: The powder poses a variety of risks to wearers, patients and even bystanders.

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