At least 1kg of household medical waste is being generated by a family in a month
Why We DO?
Community awareness: Educational campaigns to inform residents about proper disposal methods.
Designated collection sites: Setting up drop-off locations for safe collection of various types of medical waste.
Collaboration: Partnerships between local authorities, healthcare providers, and waste management companies.
Sharps
Needles (hypodermic, butterfly, etc.)
Syringes (insulin, medication delivery, etc.)
Lancets (blood glucose testing)
Pen needles (insulin delivery)
Auto-injectors (e.g., EpiPen)
Medication Waste
Expired prescription medications (tablets, capsules, liquids)
Unused prescription medications
Expired over-the-counter medications (tablets, capsules, liquids, creams)
Unused over-the-counter medications
Inhalers (without metal canisters)
Topical medications (creams, ointments, gels)
Eye drops and ear drops (expired or unused)
Suppositories
Wound Care
Adhesive bandages (waterproof, non-adhesive, etc.)
Gauze pads and dressingsCasts and splints (disposable)
Wound drainage tubes and pouchesCatheters (urinary)
Ostomy pouches and supplies
