infectious waste

Infectious waste is a category of hazardous waste that includes materials potentially carrying pathogens. This type of waste is generated primarily in healthcare and biological research facilities and includes items like used bandages and hypodermic needles. Improper handling, storage, transport, treatment, or disposal of infectious waste can pose significant risks to human health and the environment, potentially leading to water and land pollution. Governments closely regulate the management of such hazardous materials to prevent harm. Healthcare workers and laboratory personnel should use appropriate protective gear and follow strict protocols for bagging, labeling, and disposing of contaminated materials to prevent infection.12