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Using gloves wisely: rethinking glove use for health, safety, and environmental sustainability
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Non-sterile gloves (NSG) are essential for reducing transmission of pathogens and for protecting patients and staff. Their overconsumption can lead not only to an increased risk of cross-contamination but also increased plastic waste and downstream environmental effects. Glove reduction campaigns worldwide have safely and successfully reduced their inappropriate use and associated waste. In this multidisciplinary commentary, we discuss the sweeping public health and environmental consequences of NSG overuse and strategies to implement a successful glove stewardship campaign.
Keywords:
BACTERIAL-CONTAMINATION
HAND HYGIENE
NONSTERILE GLOVES
CARE
MISUSE
TOUCH
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