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Follow on Google News | New Website with Information on the Proper Disposal of Used NeedlesSafeNeedleDisposal.org has information on proper needle disposal for all 50 states
By: NeedyMeds "We spent over a year compiling information on the regulations and disposal sites for all 50 states," said Leah Zaroulis, the project lead person. "We list over 2,600 disposal sites for home-generated sharps through out the country." Proper disposal of used needles, syringes, and other sharps exposed to bodily fluids is a growing issue. Improperly-disposed sharps exposes workers to a variety of potentially serious diseases including HIV, hepatitis and other blood borne pathogens. "There is no charge to use the website and all use is anonymous," said Zaroulis. "Our goal is to make the site as easy as possible to use. There is no registration or log in and we learn no identifiable information about those who use the website. People can also call our toll-free helpline 9am-5pm Eastern Time at 1-800-643-1643" "If properly disposed of, used sharps can be safely handled and destroyed," said Rich Sagall, MD, president of NeedyMeds. "The goal of safeneedledisposal.org is to help people learn the best way to minimize the risk to anyone who has to handle these potentially dangerous waste products." The website, previously managed by the Coalition for Safe Community Needle Disposal, was totally redesigned and all the information updated. The site includes information on pharmaceutical company take-back programs, state health and solid waste department contacts, and general information on the proper handling and disposal of used needles and syringes. About NeedyMeds: NeedyMeds, a national nonprofit, is a comprehensive and reliable source of information on assistance programs available for people having difficulties paying for their medications or health care. The website (http://www.needymeds.org) is visited by approximately 10,000 people each workday. NeedyMeds' information is always free, easy to access, and updated regularly. Unlike similar sites, NeedyMeds requires no registration and gathers no identifiable information on site visitors. End
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