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Pros & Cons of this new age medical care Just as technology has impacted the way we do practically everything in life—it has now given medical professionals a new way to care for their patients. It’s been decades since house calls were a part of healthcare, but Telemedicine is, to many, the next best thing.…

Are you putting patients & staff at risk? As a healthcare professional or operator of a healthcare facility, it’s your mission to help people suffering from illnesses, to send them home feeling better and on the road to recovery from whatever ailment they came to you with. But it is not uncommon for folks to…

Is there an increased risk of illness? With so many risky breakouts and recalls on foods in the past year, it’s no wonder that many people are shying away from items like romaine lettuce, ground beef and other foods for fear of getting sick with E. coli and other illnesses. But with the current government…

Dangers & Accident Prevention For those in the medical field, the term bloodborne pathogens is likely a familiar one, but if not, it’s critical to understand just what type of pathogens these are and the dangers they represent. Pathogens that are bloodborne are viruses, bacteria, parasites and other microorganisms that are found in the blood.…

It’s your reputation on the line We’ve all heard that expression that if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. And it definitely applies to choosing a medical waste provider for your organization. Proper disposal of medical waste is crucial to protecting the community and the environment. Organizations that violate OSHA, FDA…

Tips for safe sharps storage & disposal During the holiday season, more people travel than most times of the year. And for those who require sharps for medical purposes, this can pose some challenges. If you’re traveling and need to bring sharps with you, it’s important that you store them safely and dispose of them…

Key factors for selecting your partner As a medical facility that provides any sort of health-related care or treatments, partnering with a medical waste provider that you can trust is a priority—it can mean the difference between compliance with state and federal regulations and the risk of hefty fines and losses for non-compliance. Here are…

What your Team needs to know Just like any other medical facility, surgery centers generate a lot of medical waste and are required to follow federal and state regulations for disposal. Ensuring that everyone on your staff is well trained is key to protecting their safety and remaining compliant. Here are some top considerations: Types…

Best practices & tips for safe disposal Today, it’s easier than ever to manage your health and test for certain conditions and diseases in the comfort and privacy of your own home. Whether you’re testing your cholesterol, your glucose, for pregnancy, for HIV or even certain DNA tests, there’s a kit available from most local…

Best practices for safe disposal of old medicine bottles If you take prescription medicine or even over the counter medicines on a daily basis, like many people you likely have an abundance of empty pill bottles and other similar containers piling up. But is it ok to toss them in the trash or the recycling…