Kids and adults alike – especially those with dietary restrictions, illness, disease, high stress or activity levels or just plain busy lives - often need to supplement or completely rely on nutritional drinks to fulfill their daily requirements of vitamins, minerals, protein and calories.

Allegro has long been a source of the most popular dietary supplements for adult and child nutrition.  Can we help you or your loved ones and patients maintain healthy nutrition?

Most Popular Dietary Supplements

Boost Plus Nutritional Energy Drink

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MET-Rx ProteinPlus Protein Bars – Chocolate Fudge

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Carnation Instant Breakfast – Lactose Free Plus

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Nutren 2.0

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Pregestimil Lipil Powdered Infant Formula

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TwoCal HN

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UtraMet Original – Low Carb Meal Replacement

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Designer Whey Protein Supplement

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Mass Cycle – Extreme Bulking Agent

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Only One – Probiotic Multivitamin Tabs

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Designer Whey – The Biggest Loser Protein Powder

Jillian Michaels Maximum Strength Fat Burner

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Scandishake 600 Calorie Weight Gainer

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Simply Thick Honey Beverage Thickener

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More Dietary Supplements

• Amino Acids
• Anabolic Precursors
• Blenders
• Creatine
• Dietary Fats / Oils
• Energy
• Herbal Supplements
• Low Carb Products
• Snacks / Foods
• Sports Drinks
• Sports Vitamins / Minerals

Many people have seasonal allergic reactions to airborne pollens, grass and weeds. If you’re really unlucky, you’re stuck managing year-round with indoor allergens like animal dander, dust mites and mold. 

You don’t have to suffer!  Most people with typical allergies manage with Over-the-Counter (OTC) medicine.  There are plenty of affordable generic allergy products, with the same active ingredients as the name brands.  They can reduce or eliminate the allergic response and help you get through the seasons with minimal discomfort.

Most Popular Allergy Relief Products

Allergy Medications - Nip allergies in the bud with these allergy relief  tabs and liquids, name brand or super value generic brands – your choice.  For alcohol-free, sugar-free allergy congestion relief, try Expectorant Liquid Diabetic Tussin.

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Nasal Strips - Open up those nasal passages so you can breath! Sleep better and perhaps even quiet those snores. 

Air Purifiers - Indoor allergy sufferers rejoice! HEPA and Ionic Air Purifiers remove bacteria, mold, dust mites and other allergens from the air.  Some remove nearly 100% of all toxins. Eureka!

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Asthma? Check out our Breathing Therapy Products

Humidifiers - Humidifiers are great in certain climates, for every day use.  They come in sizes small enough for your office, bedroom or entire house!  Some cool, some warm.  All great! Some of them have built-in ionizers that clean the air as well.

Read Do You Need a Humidifier?

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Read Humidifier Types and Tips

Allergy Control Pillows - Hedge your bet against allergies with a hypoallergenic bed pillow.

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Snoring Treatments - Anti-snore devices can be an easy solution to endless nights of disruptive sleep, but not every product works for every person.  We see that by the individual reviews.  They either work or they don’t depending on how you sleep, your size, the size of your mouth, teeth… it goes on.  The alternatives to these low cost devices, however, can be even more daunting than trying them out.   

Shop by Condition: Allergies, Nasal

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Yo Sneezy! Stop Tromping through the Forest

Allergy Relief Begins at Home

Here’s to a sneeze-free allergy season! Thanks, as always, for doing business with Allegro Medical.  We appreciate you.

So, caregivers, health care workers, moms, manicurists, painters and gardeners rejoice!  Catheter users, food handlers, factory workers, mechanics, hair stylists and pet owners look no further.  Hands down, Allegro is the best place to buy your disposable exam gloves.  

If you medical gloves at regular intervals, set up an auto re-order and get $1.99 shipping for life.

Not sure which medical gloves to buy?  Read Medical Gloves – Types and Uses

Top 10 Exam Gloves

Powder Free Vinyl Exam Gloves

Invacare Powder-Free Vinyl Exam Gloves

Latex Powder-Free Exam Gloves

Invacare Nitrile Powder-Free Exam Gloves

Latex Powder-Free Exam Gloves

Safeskin Nonsterile Purple Nitrile Exam Gloves – Textured, Powderfree

 Latex Powdered Exam Gloves

Vinyl, PowderFree Exam Gloves – NonSterile, Latex-Free

Polymed Sterile Latex Powder-Free Examination Gloves

Nitrile Exam Gloves – NonSterile, PowderFree, Textured, Blue

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BEST WARMING PRODUCTS

Snuggie Blanket with Sleeves- Honest to goodness, I ordered 7 of them!  This soft, thick, luxurious fleece blanket with oversized loose-fitting sleeves will warm you from head to toe – and keep your hands free!  Won’t slip and slide like a regular blanket.  Choose from Blue or the Snuggie Pink Limited Breast Cancer Research Edition (while supplies last).   Snuggie up!

RoadPro 12-Volt Heated Travel Blanket - Never be cold on the road again.  Plug this 100% polar fleece blanket into your lighter/power socket and feel the warmth surround you.  8-foot power cord.  Zippered back for easy storage.

SKWOOSH Stadium Gel Seat- Cradle and warm your buns as you cheer on your favorite team with this super thin, but extremely effective TekPad gel-filled Stadium Seat. Weighs only 7 ozs and  folds to the size of a piece of paper. 

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Cold Condition Glove - These Ironclad cold weather gloves are designed to protect your hands from cold weather but allow for a high level of dexterity. Wicking material wicks away perspiration. Machine washable.

Superfeet hot PINK Cold Weather Premium Insoles – Lady skiers and snow boarders, add these to your ski boots and you’ll be carving like a pro this season. Provides support, shock absorption, power transmission and edge control to tear up the slopes. Heat management for all-day comfort. Antimicrobial technology helps prevent foot odor. Men, we carry them for you too: Superfeet REDhot Cold Weather Premium Insoles.

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Snappy Spa Portable Hot Tub - Nothing warms you more completely than a nice relaxing spa. Now you can have your own bubbling, whirling spa at a fraction of the cost of a traditional hot tub. Sets up quickly, requires no tools, and plugs into a regular household outlet. Seats 4 adults. Great gift for the family. Use it indoors or outdoors, on your patio or deck, in your condo or apartment, lakehouse, cabin or boat!

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Bed Buddy Foot Warmers with Aromatherapy – Just pop the reusable scent pack in the microwave for a minute and put them back in the fleece fabric boots for an hour of moist heat and warm feet! Lightly fragranced with clove, cinnamon and eucalyptus. For cold hands, try the Bed Buddy Hand Warmers or get everything, including the sinus pack in the Bed Buddy Heat Therapy Kit.

NatraCure Heat Therapy Mittens – Recommended for arthritis sufferers and hard working hands as a warming aid. One size fits most. Washable and reusable. Lightly scented. Disperses moisturizing mineral oils and Vitamin E to hydrate and nourish your skin. Microwave for 25 to 30 seconds to warm.

Bed Warmer – Placed at the bottom of the bed under the sheets, the Battle Creek Bed Warmer warms your legs and feet rather than the whole bed. Or, position warmth exactly where it feels best! Costs less to operate than an electric blanket.

Arthritis Gloves- Soft, breathable cotton lycra will make you want to wear these gloves day and night. Mild compression and warmth helps increase circulation and promote healing of arthritic, achy, painful, stiff hands. Great for working around the house or in the garden to keep your hands warm but your fingers free to feel, touch and grip.

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Toasty Toes Personal Heater – Perfect for work or home, this “deluxe” footrest is thermostatically controlled to heat your feet and legs. Use in the office, study, basement, garage, porch, craft room you need to be seated or standing for a long time. Three positions. 6 foot cord plugs into any 110v outlet.

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Dream Saks Airline Comfort Set – Travel in warmth and style with your own silk blanket, pillowcase and eye shades! Great for long air routes, trains, buses or cars. Rolls into its own 12″ bag and weighs less than a pound. Prefer cashmere over silk? Try the Dream Sak Luxury Travel Kit. A great gift for the traveler who has everything…

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Grabber Peel-n-Stick Adhesive Body Warmers- Standard equipment for anyone who enjoys outdoor cold weather activities. Widely used for soothing cold, sore joints and muscles as a result of Arthritis, Raynaud’s, Lupus, Scleroderma, Fibromyalgia or just poor circulation. 40 portable heating pads per box, one time use, disposable. Warms for 12+ hours. For cold feet and cold hands, use Grabber’s Foot Warmers and Grabber’s Hand Warmers. Get a case and divide them up for stocking stuffers or gifts for your team members and friends.

Wishing you and your family a nice warm winter. As always, thanks for your business. -v

Yup.  You can now order your Snuggie today  at AllegroMedical.com and we’ll ship it, quick like a bunny, right to your door.

Choose any color you want, as long as it is Blue or Pink.  Not just any Pink, but the Snuggie Pink Limited – Breast Cancer Research Edition. (While supplies last).

I have all kinds of plans for my Snuggie.  First off, I’ll need at least one for the car.  And I’ll take it to the movies! I’ll roll it discretely in my purse and then BAM pull it out after the movie has started and WRAP UP.  The Snuggie has sleeves so my hands will be free for popcorn.  Score!

My home Snuggie will be primarily a TV and Game Snuggie or perhaps a Martinis-on-the-Patio-Whipping-Todd-at-Backgammon Snuggie.  It will NOT be a Bar-b-Que Snuggie or a Disco Snuggie.  Danger. 

Get your Snuggies TODAY!  They’re inexpensive, so stock up. What a great gift.  Speaking of gifts, check out our entire Gift Ideas category. 

Where do you SNUGGIE?

The key to prevention is protection.  But with more than 200 strains of cold virus and three types of  flu viruses floating around it’s no wonder that so many people catch these highly contagious bugs.  All you have to do is inhale infected air, share infected items or touch tainted surfaces then touch your hands to your nose, eyes or mouth and BAM, the virus is yours.  Flu shots are formulated to prevent Types A and B viruses, but can’t touch Type C.  And the common cold, well, the causes of 30% to 50% of adult colds remain a mystery.

Allegro’s Cold/Flu Season Category has a wide selection of products to help prevent and relieve cold and flu symptoms.  Ideal for everyone from individuals to caregivers, schools, offices, stores, clinics, homes and hospitals – it’s time for everyone to take stock and be prepared.

Cold and Flu Products

Personal Protection Masks and Hand Sanitizers - If you are in close contact with cold or flu victims, protect yourself from inhaling virus infected droplets in the air with a face mask (level of effectiveness depends on masks rating) and keep your hands sanitized to provide the first level of protection against viruses.

Exam Gloves- Gloves provide protection from viruses that can survive on surfaces – especially in health care and caregiver settings.  Keep a box handy also for household chores, messes and hobbies.  Great for changing the oil, gardening, cleaning, pet clean-up and much more.

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Cold & Flu Diagnostic Products- With flu comes fever, which is likely the easiest way to distinguish between a flu and a cold.  What’s your temperature?  Also find tongue depressors, otoscopes and other diagnostic products for kids and adults alike.  Say ahhhhhhh.

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Pain Relief / Comfort – Stock up on products that will help you feel better if that ol’ flu or cold bug catches you.   Heating pads, cooling pads and fluffy slippers, mostly.

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Respiratory/Breathing Products - Loosen tight chests and ease your breathing with humidifiers, vaporizors and nebulizers.

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Surface Sanitizers / Disinfectants - These hospital-grade disinfectants and surface sanitizers kill bugs and bacteria you didn’t know existed.  Wipe down counters, walls, bannisters, door knobs, desks, tables and other surfaces in the home, office, clinic or school to keep everyone safe.  Read product descriptions and directions carefully!

Over-the-Counter (OTC) Medications - Generic and name brand aspirin, acetaminophen, ibuprofen, nausea relief, cough syrup, Mucinex, naproxen sodium, sleep aids and more.  Super values.  Stock up today!

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Still looking?  Shop by Condition: Cold / Flu

Please try to stay well!  And remember to ask you doc if you should get a flu shot.

Now we can all go hands-free  at home or the office with everything from automated soap dispensers, faucets and toilet flushers to trashcans and paper towel dispensers.

Besides giving a new meaning to “Look Ma! No hands!”, these automated products are ideal for homes with kids or elders, people with limited hand function, modern homes, office buildings, medical offices, schools, day-care facilities and nursing homes.  They also make great gifts.

Allegro Medical’s Automated Products

Touch-Free Sensor Soap Dispenser – Stainless Steel- 100% hands free.  Our most popular touchless product, this elegant, durable soap dispenser reduces contact with germs and delivers an exact dose of soap, detergent, lotion or gel every time.  Works beautifully with any kitchen or bath decor.  

 Sensor Flush – Automatic Toilet Flusher - Convert your tank-style toilet into a touchless, germ free toilet in just 5 minutes.  Batteries are included and they last up to 23,000 flushes!

EZ Faucet Pro – Touchless Automatic Water Dispenser - Makes any existing sink faucet completely hands-free and automatic.  Helps prevent the spread of flu and infectious diseases, plus conserves water by stopping water when it is not in use.  Touch-free sensor activation.

Touchless Recycle Bin – 16 gallon, 2-compartment recycle bin that opens and closes automatically with the latest sensor technology.  Fits an 8 gallon trash bag in each compartment. 

Towel-Matic Automatic Paper Towel Dispenser – Works perfectly with all brands and sizes of home paper towels.  Guaranteed one-hand operation Makes tearing towel sheets easy and mess free!  

Touchless Trashcan SX Silver – 14 Gallon – Create a germ free, odor free environment with an automated trash can.  Get the latest sensor technology and a patented space saving lid opening design.  New AC power adaptor is available to save on battery cost.

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 Weather-Proof Fingerprint Recognition Door Locks- Everyone in your home or office has their own unique “key” that they’ll NEVER LOSE.  Their fingerprints!  Works with up to 150 fingerprint users and 78 passcode users.  Easy to install, rugged, corrosion resistant steel.

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See all Around the House for more of Allegro Medical’s simplification products.  We want to help make your life easier!

Want a clean brush every time?  UV Technology zaps toothbrushes and dental appliances free of germs (including the H1N1 Swine Flu Virus) after each use.   There’s a solution for every brush in your household!    Battery operated, the batteries last about 3 months if used twice a day.  Great gift idea.

Keep Your Toothbrush and Dental Appliances Germ Free

The Dental Spa uses UV technology and sonic waves to eliminate 99.9% of germs and bacteria on your dentures, bite plates, retainers, mouth guards, invisible braces and whitening trays. 

Original Violight Toothbrush Sanitizer - Kill 99.9% of germs and bacteria on up to four toothbrushes at a time.  Removable tray for easy cleaning.  

iZap Portable Toothbrush Sanitizer - Did you know that UV light kills the H1N1 Swine Flu virus?  So does this portable toothbrush sanitizer.  Use with your favorite electric or manual toothbrush, or use the free tooth brush included. 

 Zapi – The Personal Toothbrush Sanitizer-  Choose from 4 super cool colors to match your personal style.  This Zapi’s germicidal bulb also kills 99.99% of germs and bacteria in just minutes.  Works with most manual toothbrushes and electric heads.

DUO Toothbrush Sanitizer – A portable germ killing toothbrush sanitizer built for two.  Uses dual technology – UV light and sonic waves to get your toothbrushes 99.99% germ free.  The first portable toothbrush sanitizer built for two brushes.  It includes the brushes, but most others models will also fit.  Perfect for travel or at home.  I know, because I have one!

Personal Travel Toothbrush Sanitizer – This toothbrush sanitizer eliminates 99.9% of germs in just 6 minutes.  Great for hotels, airplanes, dorms and health clubs.  And you don’t have to remember to put your brush in there.  It comes with one.

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UV Toothbrush Sanitizer and Holder - Like the Violight product this toothbrush sanitizer from iTouchless holds and sanitizes up to 4 toothbrushes at the same time.   Eliminates unwanted and harmful bacteria, fungi and viruses that reside on your regular and electric toothbrushes.  Just press the button and you’re sanitizing.

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 How about a super plaque fighting power toothbrush to go with your new toothbrush sanitizer?  Check this out:

Conair Interplak Battery Opticlean Plaque Remover - Reduce plaque and other dental hygiene concerns with this rechargeable cordless toothbrush. Three types of bristles in the oscillating brush head clean better than conventional brushes.

See also the Conair Interplak Waterjet

A clean mouth is a happy mouth.  Happy germ fighting!

If I stay ahead of colds and flu I find that I only get sick when foreign germs are forced on me – like in an airplane or by my thoroughly wonderful, germy nephews.    When you are constantly fighting something and you have to ‘chase’ good health, it is important to realize that you can’t win unless you strengthen your immune system. 

Create and follow a plan to bolster your immunity and you may just sail through cold and flu season sniffle-free.  Those with disabilities or chronic illnesses have an even tougher time avoiding colds and flu, but they are often times better prepared to prevent colds and flu because they know the dangers.

Going into the holiday season with a chink in your immunity armour is really asking for trouble.  Here are some ideas and products to help you prevent colds and flu this season by strengthening your ability to fight germs:

Reduce your Stress

Stress Eraser - We’ve all heard that stress kills and we’ve seen plenty of evidence to support it.  Perhaps this amazing stress relieving tool could save your life.  It is a portable biofeedback device that helps you learn how to activate your body’s natural relaxation response.  FDA regulated, non-invasive and drug-free.  Featured on The Rachael Ray Show and The View.  A great gift!  Those with high blood pressure might consider the RESPeRATE as well.

Manage your stress with other stress relievers, massagers and spa products in our Stress Products Category

Are You Too Stressed?  Take the Stress Test!

Do Moderate, Consistent Exercise

A recent study  shows that the risk both of catching a cold or the flu and of having a particularly severe form of the infection “drop if you exercise moderately”.  If you are sedentary, or if you exercise too intensely, the opposite is true.  As with most things, moderation wins.

Exercise Peddler - Work at your own pace peddling with your arms or your legs.  This exercise peddler is a favorite because it folds up and there is no assembly required.  Features adjustable resistance and an electronic display, all for under $50.  Makes a great gift.  I use mine while I watch t.v.  That’s not cheating, is it? See all Cycles/Pedlars

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Take your Vitamins

Emercen-C Immune Defense - Includes all the necessary vitamins to boost your immune system.  Mix with water and enjoy hot or cold.  Emergen-C products are extremely popular and provide a wide range of targeted benefits. 

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Avoid Germs

Most of our germ avoiding products are in our Swine Flu Products section where you’ll find germ-fighting Gloves, Hand Sanitizers, Masks and Surface Disinfectants.

Hand Sanitizing Gel – Our most popular hand sanitizing gel.  It’s inexpensive and it works.  Buy in various sizes to have it handy in your car, purse, briefcase and home.

Educate your friends, family and community to make immunity boosting a TEAM approach!  Take vitamins, Exercise moderately, Avoid germs and Manage stress.  I promise you’ll be way ahead when it comes to fighting colds and flu this season.

If, by chance, you lose the fight, there are nearly 60 items in our Cold and Flu Season Products category to make you feel better. 

Wishing you a healthy holiday season.  -v

How do you know you have the flu versus a cold?  

You know you have the flu when you get sick suddenly, have a fever, headache, chills, muscle aches and fatigue.  You also may have a dry cough, sore throat and nasal congestion.  It will hit you like a ton of bricks, and if left untreated you could suffer for up to 10 days.  Best to get a flu shot and try to avoid it.   Remember to eliminate or avoid contact with people as soon as you start feeling flu symptoms, and remain indoors for at least 24 hours after your fever has passed to avoid spreading the virus.

You know you have a cold if you get sick gradually.  You will probably not have a fever.  Muscle aches will likely be minor if at all, but you might have congestion, a sore throat and a cough with mucus.  Most likely you’ll be sick for less than a week.

H1N1 Swine Flu Product Recommendations

60-Second Digital Thermometer, Fahrenheit- Fever is a tell-tale sign that you have the flu versus the common cold.  Check for fever quickly and acturately with this digital thermometer.  Use Thermometer Probe Covers for extra sanitation and germ control.   Here at Allegro, we use the Single-Use Clinical Thermometers to check the temperatures of any employees who may be coming down with the flu.  These thermometers are disposable and very handy this flu season for schools and businesses.

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Over-the-Counter (OTC) Flu Remedies – Feel better with Mucinex,  Nasal Sprays, fever reducers and pain relievers like Ibuprofin, Tri-Buffered Asprin and Acetaminophen,  cough syrups, zinc lozenges and more.

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Hot/Cold Therapy Wrap – Chill or heat the removable gel pack and then insert it into the pocket on this versatile scarf-like therapy product for quick relief of headaches and muscle aches.  Also great for sprains, strains, swelling and other minor problems.  Just wrap, tie and relax.

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Cool Care Comfort System Chillow Pak - Two cooling pillows – one for use inside your pillow case and the other cools anywhere from both sides.  Perfect fever relief.  Also great for hot flashes and night sweats.

Emergen-C- Super popular energy booster.  32 mineral complexes, antioxidants and other micro-nutrients plus 1000mgs of Vitamin C as 7 mineral ascorbates.  Rev up your immune system while you’re waiting for that flu shot.   Non-caffinated.  How about Emergen-C Kidz for the Kids?

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H1N1 Protection and Swine Flu Prevention Products

N95 Respirator Masks with Free Iso-Tek Ear-Loop Masks – Get 70 masks for the price of 20 with this special offer.  Affordable disposable protection against the H1N1 Virus.  Meets or exceeds the CDC and WHO recommendations for flu prevention. 

N95 Particulate Respirator Mask with Vent - Box of 10.  Our most popular mask this flu season.  Adjustable nose piece and inner foam provide a custom seal for different facial sizes.

See all Swine Flu Products.  Find Hospital Grade H1N1 Flu Products including Gloves, Hand Sanitizers, Masks / Respiratory Products, and Surface Disinfectants from major brands.

Note:  Help your community common areas, schools and businesses prepare for the H1N1 Flu virus by having the proper medical supplies on hand.  Forward this buyers guide information to those who are in charge of purchasing and preparedness!

Stay well!!