Flu vaccination season means busy clinics, queues at pharmacies, and a sharp rise in used needles. With every jab administered, another piece of clinical waste is generated, and each syringe or needle must be disposed of properly. Sharps disposal...
The end of the year brings with it the annual wave of flu, along with a surge in contaminated waste. Used tissues, masks, and PPE can pose a risk to staff, patients and visitors if not disposed of properly. ...
When thinking about environmentally friendly attitudes towards healthcare waste, the NHS net zero carbon targets come to mind. These ambitions aim to meet two key targets. They are: Understanding how this can be achieved, and the role that healthcare...
Waste management workflows are not necessarily one-size-fits-all. Instead, dental practices and healthcare services need to adapt solutions throughout their practice to meet the requirements of set regulations. By starting small, clinicians can identify effective solutions for every stage of...
The chill of autumn brings more than frosty mornings and steaming mugs of tea. It also ushers in flu season, when a single sneeze can feel like a starter’s pistol for weeks of illness sweeping through offices, schools, homes,...
Aesthetics clinics waste guidance Aesthetics professionals are not only trusted to enhance patients’ features and confidence, but are relied on to run hygienic, compliant, and safe clinics. An often overlooked but vital area of this trust depends on the...
Simple reminders for gold-standard waste management around the dental laboratory can be really helpful. Ensuring items are segregated appropriately is key to protecting staff and the environment. Understanding why waste needs to be segregated is just one step to...
Healthcare services such as GP clinics and medical practices can manage a wide range of waste day-to-day, and need to be prepared to handle and dispose of items safely. To ensure a clinic has its waste workflow in order,...
Microbiological items in the laboratory workflow help make landmark discoveries, but they need to be managed safely when they enter the waste workflow. RPS 233 is a regulatory position statement (RPS) that affects all laboratories managing microbiological products. They...
Care homes produce waste every single day, and all items need to be disposed of safely to protect residents and staff. Managing waste items is also important for regulatory compliance, and ensuring the nursing home provides high-quality care. What...