There are several ways that hospitals can dispose of healthcare waste. One option is to treat the waste on-site. This can be done through a number of methods, such as autoclaving, which uses high pressure and steam to kill microorganisms; incineration, which involves burning the waste at high temperatures; or chemical disinfection, which uses chemicals …
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OSHA’s bloodborne pathogens standard was created for the safety of employees who may be exposed to biohazardous waste in the workplace. This standard requires employers to take specific steps to protect their workers, including providing personal protective equipment, developing an exposure control plan, and implementing proper procedures for handling and disposing of biohazardous waste. While …
According to the CDC, over 8 million people in the US use needles, syringes, and lancets to manage medical conditions at home. With such a large number of people using sharps on a daily basis, it is important to ensure that these items are disposed of properly. Unfortunately, self-injectors are not typically regulated and often …
Medical waste is any kind of waste that contains infectious material or material that could potentially cause infection. This includes waste generated by healthcare facilities such as physician’s offices, hospitals, dental practices, laboratories, medical research facilities and veterinary clinics. Medical waste can come in many forms, from sharps (such as needles and syringes) to human …
The CDC defines biohazardous waste as “any waste that contains infectious materials or potentially infectious substances, such as blood.” This waste can be found in a variety of places, including doctor’s offices, dentist’s offices, public restrooms, and schools. While biohazardous waste is often thought of as medical waste, it can also include other types of …
Sharps are needles, blades (such as scalpels) and other medical instruments that are necessary for carrying out healthcare work and could cause an injury by cutting or pricking the skin. sharps can be found in a variety of different settings, including hospitals, doctor’s offices, and even at home. Sharps are used for a variety of …
Scavenging through Medical Waste in Karachi Presents Health Issues Municipal workers and scavengers in Karachi are highly susceptible to deadly infectious diseases, as they come into contact with hospital waste on a daily basis without any safety precautions. The casual way in which municipal garbage is handled in the city, with no check to stop …
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Safe Syringe and Used Needle Disposal Handling Tips The improper disposal of home generated medical waste poses a potential health hazard to many, including family members, sanitation workers, people in the community, hotel housekeeping staff and school personnel. Although rare, diseases as serious as Hepatitis B and AIDS can also result from accidental needle sticks. …
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Massive Testing in China is Creating a Medical Waste Nightmare As the world grapples with the COVID-19 pandemic, China has emerged as a leader in mass testing. The country has conducted tens of millions of tests in recent months, resulting in a massive increase in the amount of medical waste being generated. Much of this …
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The war in Ukraine has had a devastating effect on both the environment and human health, according to a new report from the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD). The report warns that the conflict has caused “widespread and severe damage” to the environment, including the destruction of critical infrastructure and the contamination of …
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