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Light-sensitive gloves reduce germ transfer risk
Infection Control Monitor, March 25, 2004
A new study found a type of disposable glove emits chlorine dioxide when exposed to light or moisture, killing potentially harmful microbes and increasing healthcare safety, TB & Outbreaks Week reports.
The vinyl or polyethylene gloves contain microspheres that release chlorine dioxide, a water-soluble gas used to disinfect drinking water and processed foods. Chlorine dioxide can destroy a variety of microorganisms, including E. coli, Staphylococcus, and salmonella, reducing the risk of the glove-wearer transmitting bacteria encountered in medical or food-handling work.
The study, published in the March 15 issue of Clinical Infectious Diseases, found that infusing materials with chlorine dioxide could help prevent infections.
In addition, the gloves (which should not cost significantly more than regular gloves) won't breed resistance among microorganisms, the study found.
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