In Roman times, the place of the glove was taken by long sleeves (manicae) reaching to the hand, and in winter special sleeves of fur were worn. In Medieval
Hospital is credited with being the first to introduce the rubber surgical glove back in 1894. Rubber Gloves. Johns Hopkins Hospital. January 14, 2008 [2010-03-03]
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