Medical Waste

Learn How to Dispose of Your Used or Expired EpiPen

December 3, 2023

It’s common for people with severe food allergies to carry an EpiPen. This is a pen-like device prefilled with a drug called epinephrine that you inject into yourself in the event of an allergic emergency. The injection immediately opens the airways and relieves potentially life-threatening symptoms of severe allergic reactions like anaphylaxis. Having an EpiPen nearby is a precautionary measure that can save your life if you are accidentally exposed to an allergy-causing substance (an […]

Sounding the Alarm About Disposable Plastic in Health Care

December 3, 2023

Yale’s Jodi Sherman says the health care industry must balance public health and planetary health when considering the use of disposable plastic items. To Jodi Sherman’s way of thinking, the Hippocratic Oath’s vow of doing no harm includes doing no harm to the planet — particularly when it comes to the sea of single-use plastic flooding the health care industry. Sherman, an associate professor of anesthesiology at Yale School of Medicine and of epidemiology in environmental […]

Understanding Red Trash Bags: A Guide to Proper Disposal of Medical Waste

November 27, 2023

By understanding what goes into red trash bags and what doesn’t, we contribute to a safer, cleaner world for everyone.

Curtis Bay Energy Pleads Guilty to Improper Handling of Special Medical Waste

October 26, 2023

Curtis Bay Energy, the owner and operator of a medical waste incinerator facility in Baltimore, has pleaded guilty to charges related to the insufficient treatment and improper handling of special medical waste and the operation and concealment of an unpermitted discharge outlet. This sentence marks one of the largest penalties for an environmental criminal case administered by the Maryland attorney general’s office. Curtis Bay Energy has been placed on a 2-year probation and ordered to […]

Johns Hopkins Professor Speaks on Cutting Healthcare Waste, Highlights New Partnership with Liberty School of Health Sciences

September 26, 2023

Liberty University School of Health Sciences welcomed Johns Hopkins University Professor of Surgery Dr. Marty Makary to campus on Sept. 14 to share on prevalent issues within the healthcare industry, such as the extreme costs of healthcare and insurance and the importance of challenging current scientific misconceptions. Makary serves as the chief of Islet Transplant Surgery for Johns Hopkins. He is a leading healthcare expert, a Fox News contributor, and a New York Times bestselling […]

Kaiser Settles for $47 Million Over Dumping Medical Waste

September 26, 2023

On Sept. 8, with six district attorneys, California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a settlement with Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc., and Kaiser Foundation Hospitals resolving allegations that the healthcare provider unlawfully disposed of hazardous waste, medical waste, and protected health information at Kaiser facilities statewide. As part of the settlement, Kaiser will be liable to pay up to $49 million and required to take steps to prevent future unlawful disposals. Kaiser: Will pay $47.250 […]

Looking for Professional Medical Waste Solutions? Get Your Customized Quote Today!

September 10, 2023

At Waste Medic, we understand the diverse needs of organizations when it comes to regulated medical waste disposal, sharps management, pharmaceutical waste compliance, and more. We’re here to provide you with tailored solutions that instill confidence in your waste management processes. Medical waste generation can vary significantly between organizations, but having a reliable plan for biohazardous waste disposal is essential. Our team of experts is dedicated to addressing both your regular waste management needs and […]

Improper Disposal of Medical Waste Costs Health Systems and the Environment

August 21, 2023

Health care is a major polluter both in terms of emissions and contributions to landfills. The combined health sectors of the United States, Australia, England, and Canada emit an estimated 748 million metric tons of greenhouse gases each year, more than all but the six top polluting countries in the world. Meanwhile, a report on 110 Canadian hospitals published in 2019 found those institutions generated nearly 87 000 tons of waste annually — roughly the […]

Has the Time Come for a Medical Waste Audit at Your Organization?

August 2, 2023

Health care organizations and medical professionals have shown a strong interest in reducing their greenhouse gas emissions. Integrating sustainability into all aspects of a hospital’s mission takes focused commitment across the organization, as Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) leaders can attest. Two years ago, MGH launched its Center for the Environment and Health. The center integrates sustainability into MGH’s clinical, research and educational activities and is designed to improve the environmental health of the hospital and […]

Examining the Impact of Medical Waste Management Policies

August 2, 2023

As we sail through the digital age, a new frontier has emerged in the realm of environmental protection—the online sphere. This vast interconnected landscape has become an essential catalyst in propelling discussions about various environmental issues, and medical waste management sits at the forefront of these conversations. Given the tremendous environmental repercussions associated with mishandling medical waste, it is imperative to address this issue head-on. In this article, we will explore the intricate dynamics of […]

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