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Doc Talk: How to protect yourself from debilitating hand dermatitis

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Our hands are exposed to many noxious substances and allergens present in hand hygiene products, soaps, detergents and sanitisers, such as fragrances, preservatives and surfactants.

Your hands are exposed to many noxious substances and allergens present in hand hygiene products.

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Tay Liang Kiat

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SINGAPORE – Your hands are precious. They are vital to how you live your life, your livelihood, and how you communicate, feel and understand the world around you.

They are also susceptible to the ravages of chronic wet work and cumulative exposure to irritant substances.

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