Tons of waste exit hospitals on a daily basis, and most of it is hazardous in nature. Every medical facility needs to have proper protocols for hospital waste disposal. Without strict hazardous waste control, both patients and healthcare workers can become infected or sick. Eliminate hazards when dealing with medical waste by following a few simple steps.
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The medical world took dozens of years to create clean conditions in hospitals and other facilities. As new facts arose about bodily fluids, disease and contagious viruses, hospital waste management became a core concept to perfect and practice each day. As a result, medical facilities are safer than ever as patients visit without contracting any other issues. The past, present and future of medical waste control is dotted with successes and setbacks. Continue reading “Hospital Waste Management: Past, Present, and in the Future”
With viruses and bacteria mutating at an alarming rate, it’s more important than ever for healthcare workers to be diligent about biohazard waste disposal. Even exposure to something as simple as saliva could have dangerous implications, such as the recent Ebola scares across the nation. Every staff member should be aware of the importance of hospital waste management and its effects on the community. Continue reading “Is Your Staff Aware of the Importance of Hospital Waste Management?”
