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• Philadelphia Drinking Water Contamination Concerns from Chemical Spill Resulted in Warning for Area Residents

  March 27, 2023

  Martha Garcia

  Philadelphia officials warned residents over the weekend of a chemical spill which could lead to drinking water contamination, urging them to switch to bottled water for a short time.

• Powdered Medical Glove Allergy Risk Leads FDA to Ban Certain Products

  December 20, 2016

  Irvin Jackson

  The FDA has passed a final rule which bans powdered surgical gloves due to the risks of allergic reactions and the availability of safer alternatives.

• Powdered Medical Glove Ban Considered By FDA Due To Allergy Risks

  March 22, 2016

  Irvin Jackson

  The FDA has proposed a ban on all powdered medical gloves, saying they can cause allergic reactions and severe adverse medical events.