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I have mentioned on more than one occasion that I have a latex allergy which is one of the reasons I left the bedside. I recently learned of the Exceptional Nurse, a site dedicated to assisting nurses with disabilities. Several resources are available for those like me with latex allergies.
American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology
The Academy provides information about latex allergy and a brochure and newsletter.
Latexallergyresources.org
This site provides educational materials, support groups, publications and product information.
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In this very interesting, yet sad story, Mark Taylor tells of real estate agent, Donna Dunham’s death at the hands of medical staff.  Unfortunately this type of thing happens all too often.  Accoring to the story, Dunham’s children had repeatedly warned hospital staff that their mother was allergic to codeine and morphine and that a previous allergic reaction to the narcotics had made her seriously ill. Despite repeated cautioning, a Pinnacle doctor allegedly ignored those warnings and administered morphine. Ms. Dunham is no longer enjoying BINGO.  Read the full story …