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An estimated 16 billion medical items are used worldwide, but not all those wastes are properly disposed of later, a report by the World Health Organization (WHO) reveals. The WHO report also specifies that about 85 percent of the medical wastes are non-hazardous by nature. Although, only the remaining 15 percent medical waste is toxic, […]
Hospitals in the United States generate nearly 3.4 billion pounds of solid waste every year. Such a massive volume of medical waste and its environmental impacts have been the cost of doing healthcare business for hospitals. Depending on the volume and nature of medical waste, hospitals have a few options to dispose of the waste […]
1) Autoclaving Autoclaving is a process used to sterilize medical equipment, such as needles and surgical instruments. The process often involves high pressure and temperature. Autoclaving can be useful for reducing the risk of infections caused by hospital waste. However, it should not be used on all medical waste since some substances can break down […]
Medical waste is a term used to describe the unwanted materials left over from patient care, including needles, syringes, equipment, gowns, masks, gloves, and personal hygiene items. The global health care industry generates millions of tons of medical waste each year. Medical waste poses significant threats to human health and the environment if not properly […]
Medical health facilities handle many different types of medical waste, each with its regulations for handling and disposal. As a healthcare professional or manager, you must understand the difference between the types to keep yourself, your teams, and your patients safe. Educating yourself and your teams is the most effective way of successfully mitigating risk. […]
Medical health facilities generate tons of medical waste per year. The types and volumes of waste vary across different settings, and as a healthcare worker or manager, it is vital that you understand the treatment methods for each type. Highly infectious diseases like COVID-19 and MRSA are prevalent in the medical setting. Regularly educating yourself […]
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