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, by Tatianna Gerard Should Australians Be Worried About the New Ebola Strain? What You Actually Need to Know
A new Ebola outbreak in Africa recently has sparked international concern, with health authorities closely monitoring cases linked to the Bundibugyo virus — a less...
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, by Tatianna Gerard How to Choose the Right Gloves for Chemical, Mould, and Cleaning Tasks
Not all gloves protect you equally — and for tasks involving mould, bleach, or chemical cleaners, choosing the wrong pair can cause real harm. The...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Looking Beyond Unit Price: The Real Cost of Hygiene Consumables in Infection Control Settings
When disposable gloves are being compared, the conversation often starts with unit price. On paper, that can make lower-cost options look like the smarter buy....
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, by Tatianna Gerard What’s Driving Higher Prices for Nitrile & Vinyl Gloves in Australia Now?
You may have noticed that the price of nitrile and vinyl gloves has started to rise again. For many businesses — especially in healthcare, aged...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Medical vs Industrial Gloves in Australia: Standards & Compliance Guide
Many disposable gloves can look almost identical. But in practice, not all gloves are made to the same standard — or for the same purpose....
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, by Tatianna Gerard Most “Heavy Duty” Gloves are Not What They Claim To Be
When choosing disposable gloves, many people look for one thing: thickness. If the box says “heavy duty”, it’s easy to assume it will last longer...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Common PPE Mistakes in Healthcare & Aged Care — and How to Prevent Them
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is a critical part of infection prevention in healthcare and aged care environments. From protecting staff during routine care to reducing...
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, by Tatianna Gerard PPE for Droplet Precautions: The 4 Essential Items You Must Wear
When someone coughs, sneezes, or even talks, tiny respiratory droplets can travel through the air and spread infection to people nearby. That’s why PPE plays...
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, by Tatianna Gerard What PPE Should You Wear for Radiation Protection?
Radiation is invisible, odourless, and potentially life-threatening — which makes protecting yourself from it very different from other workplace hazards. Unlike dust, chemicals, or biological...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Chemotherapy Gloves vs. Medical Examination Gloves: Why the Difference Matters
In healthcare, gloves are one of the most basic — yet most critical — forms of personal protective equipment. They create a barrier against pathogens,...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Why Gloves Are Making Your Hands Dry — and What to Do About It
If your job requires gloves, chances are your hands are paying the price. Cracked knuckles, dry patches, and that constant tight feeling — it’s an...
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, by Tatianna Gerard Protect Yourself from Melioidosis: How to Wear PPE the Right Way
In the wake of floods, extreme weather, and contaminated environments, the risk of exposure to dangerous bacteria rises—and in northern Australia, melioidosis is a growing...
