Eliminate exposure to metals by wearing gloves when working with wet cement, avoiding cheap jewelry and avoiding nickel and coins. Using a glove that offers more protection from chemicals such as corrosives, irritants or sensitizers. Changing to a non-latex glove to avoid latex proteins. Changing gloves to avoid certain accelerators. Because there are many causes of contact dermatitis, identifying the irritant agent and avoiding subsequent exposure seems very complicated and troublesome.
Healthy hands are a vital part of a productive and satisfying career and lifestyle.
Ga. An analytical chemist, Don worked for the Centers For Disease Control prior to joining Best on clinical studies that included the Agent Orange Report. He is a noted speaker and expert on a variety of occupational and workplace hazards including latex allergies and chemical exposure-related illnesses.