Source: Missouri Household Hazardous Waste Telephone Advice Manual, April 1994, Household Hazardous Waste Project
Medical sharps are used in many homes to administer medications, such as
allergy shots and insulin, and to monitor physical states, such as blood
sugar levels. Never place medical sharps,
such as disposable hypodermic needles, syringes, and lancets, loosely into
the trash.
A word of caution: This management option may cause harm to human health if the described procedures are not followed carefully.
Materials Needed
Safety Precautions
Procedures to Store and Dispose of Medical Sharps
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