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Nia Donaldson
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3 March, 17:56
Give 2 negative effects of dumping medical waste
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Shiloh Pena
3 March, 18:21
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Medical waste is classified as any infectious waste that is created in healthcare facilities such as hospitals, blood banks as well as veterinary clinics. This waste includes items such as bandages, surgical instruments, personal safety equipment such as gloves, syringes, needles and body parts.
Improper disposal of medical wastes may lead to:
1) Infection and injury
Medical waste may harm or infect another person that comes into contact with it
2) Pollution
Waste disposed of improperly may end up in water ways or soil, causing pollution of the region and making its resources unusable.
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