September 16, 2026- Cardinal Health published a recent article exploring how surgical glove selection can influence clinician safety, skin health and procedural performance. Surgical gloves may not be top of mind for patients, but choosing the right gloves can have a big impact on clinician performance. Cardinal Health spoke with clinical experts about the importance of double gloving, the shift towards synthetic glove options and more. Some highlights include:
- Double gloving has been shown to reduce blood contamination risk by 65% and inner-glove perforations by 71%.
- Glove puncture indication systems can improve breach detection rates from 29% to 68%.
- Approximately 1 in 10 healthcare workers may have a latex allergy, creating both clinical and operational considerations for healthcare facilities.