Gloves
Gloves are a necessity in clinical settings to contain and limit infection and cross-contamination. Gloves are worn in the home when care giving, meal prepping or handling certain products. All gloves are required to be powder free to eliminate allergy and sensitivities in both individuals and physicians. There are several materials utilized to manufacturer gloves providing differing levels of thickness and protection from biohazards and chemicals. Latex gloves are commonly ...
Hand Sanitizers
Alcohol-based hand sanitizers work by killing germs on your hands, while washing your hands with soap and water removes germs from your hands. Handwashing will remove all types of germs from your hands, but hand sanitizers are not able to kill all types of germs or remove harmful chemicals like pesticides and heavy metals. According to the FDA: “Hand sanitizers labeled as containing the term “alcohol,” used by itself, are ...
Masks
Respirator masks, a type of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), are designated for protecting the lungs. At Northside Medical Supply we keep a WIDE variety of disposable masks. Disposable masks are for single-use only. Our most popular seller is our CE certified KN95 which has 5 layers of protection with a very comfortable inner fabric layer for a very comfortable fit. Metal nose clamp ensures great fit that reduces “fogging” up ...
PPE Gowns
Medical gowns are examples of personal protective equipment used in health care settings. They are used to protect the wearer from the spread of disease-causing microorganisms if the wearer comes in contact with potentially infectious liquid or solid material. At Northside Medical Supplies we carry disposable surgical coveralls and gowns with non-woven fabric. This material is protective and fluid-resistant, but breathable and comfortable for the wearer.
Pulse Oximeters
Pulse Oximeters, also known as pulse ox, oxygen saturation monitors, blood oxygen meters, or oxygen readers, are noninvasive clamp devices that detect abnormal blood oxygen levels. These devices clamp on your finger and are able to measure the blood oxygen level (SaO2, SpO2, or O2SAT) and the heart rate or beats per minute (BPM). These devices emit light waves that pass painlessly through the body to a photodetector. The light ...
Thermometers
Due to our recent pandemic thermometers have become a necessity in most of our households as we continue to monitor our temperature for gatherings, travel, or check-ups. There are a lot of choices when it comes to shopping for one. So if you’re in the market for a thermometer, which one should you buy? There are different choices available including small Our recommendation for a touch-free thermometer Is the accurate ...
