From changing patient linens repeatedly to finding an appropriate used needle container, hospital waste management is a constant battle. Some people might argue that it’s a waste of time to continually dispose, clean and monitor medical waste in any clinic or hospital environment. However, medical waste management is crucial to immediate and global health concerns regarding disease spread.
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Hospital Waste Management: Past, Present, and in the Future
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”
How to Start Using Medical Waste Companies
For a brand new medical clinic or hospital, managing hazardous waste is one of the top priorities before even opening the doors. Unlike regular waste, medical waste must be discarded with qualified professionals leading the way. Starting to use medical waste companies takes some research to match the disposal process with the proper professionals. Continue reading “How to Start Using Medical Waste Companies”
Is Your Staff Aware of the Importance of Hospital Waste Management?
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?”
