Policy on Latex Balloons
Because of our "latex safe" policy, latex balloons are not permitted in the hospital or surrounding areas. Latex balloons are filled with and/or covered with powder that gets into the air we breathe and causes more latex sensitivity. It also can get into wounds and cause adhesions and granulation. Please ask visitors to take latex balloons back out to the car.
Mylar balloons are a safe alternative and are available in our gift shop.