Have you ever wondered what happens to your pharmaceutical drugs once they’re discarded? It is common for both individuals and healthcare providers to find themselves with unused/expired prescription drugs and questioning the proper way to dispose of them. While medical facilities are highly regulated and have strict disposal protocols to follow, at-home individuals might unknowingly…
The multi-step process of medical waste disposal, transport and treatment is a complex process. Few companies nationwide can say they handle medical waste from start to finish…however at MedSharps, we can say this with pride. While the collection of medical waste comes from a variety of facilities, including hospitals, doctor’s offices, veterinarian clinics, and many…
Earlier this month, hundreds of syringes and needles washed up on the Jersey Shore, forcing beachgoers from the water. Investigations determined that it was the result of people flushing medical supplies, such as those for diabetes. Biohazard medical waste disposal is vital to protecting the environment and the people who inhabit it. These materials can otherwise end…
Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. has used over 390 million tests. Plus, an average of 167 million COVID-19 vaccinations. But what happens to the medical waste and how is it safely disposed of? The disposal of hazardous waste goes through a medical waste sterilizer before it goes to the landfill. An autoclave for waste disposal destroys bacteria through pressurized steam.Learn more about autoclaving biological…
In a normal year, 16 billion injections are administered around the world. That makes up for a lot of medical waste. Unfortunately, not all of the used syringes and needles end up in proper medical waste disposal facilities. Imagine the increase in medical waste following over a year of COVID testing and vaccines. If you know how to…
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is now a part of daily life. If you’ve implemented a personal protective equipment plan in your workplace, you’re likely searching for guidelines for proper PPE disposal. While it’s something else for operations leaders to focus on, PPE in the workplace is proven to be effective. A recent study looked at…
Hospitals produce about 2 pounds of hazardous waste per bed, per day. And this only represents about 15% of the overall waste produced per bed. To inhibit the spread of disease and minimize the risk of infection, safe medical waste management is vitally important for any medical facility. Working with a medical waste company is…
When you think about medical waste, do you immediately think “toxic” or “disease-ridden”? Only about 15% of medical waste is labeled as hazardous material, meaning it’s toxic, infectious, or radioactive. The other 85% is considered a non-hazardous waste. Management of regulated waste is extremely important to lower the risk of transmitting infection. What are the…
Hospital waste and other healthcare waste generated by such facilities equal roughly 2 million tons each year! Hospital waste management is important for proper medical waste disposal in order to keep healthcare workers safe especially in today’s health crisis. Medical waste management companies have to ensure the safety of the general public as well when…
Do we have anything to worry about when it comes to dumping medical supplies in the trash? Harvard researchers think so. Pharmaceuticals and medical waste that gets into water sources impacts wildlife. It can cause injuries, sterility, and even spread disease. Are you wondering what impact your used needles are having on the environment? Are…
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