healthcare waste management

Healthcare waste management involves properly handling, sorting, and disposing of waste generated by healthcare facilities, such as hospitals and clinics. This waste includes contaminated materials like used syringes, gloves, dressings, and pharmaceuticals. Proper management ensures these potentially hazardous items do not harm people or the environment. It involves segregating waste types, secure storage, and safe disposal methods like incineration or specialized landfills. Effective healthcare waste management reduces infection risks, prevents environmental contamination, and promotes safety for healthcare workers, patients, and communities.