Application of bio medical waste in hospitals and its management

Abstract

Management of waste from hospitals, other health care facilities and health-related research laboratories, is not a new issue now,it has gained increased attention in recent years. There are certain issues which are not given weightage in due course of development. The world is now facing the problem of environment pollution, which is now a major issue. They have created the problems which may lead to the very human existence. One of these issues is bio medical waste which should not be ignored now. Unfortunately, the management procedures and practices in many Asian countries the facilities, mentioned those in other, do not have an appropriate methodology. Having recognized the need for improvement already in the late 1970s, particularly with respect to the hazardous component of the waste, the World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe has convened a special working group of experts to prepare a short manual of good practice, conducted training courses at the request of national health authorities, supported and cosponsored conferences and, in co-operation with other organizations concerned, is planning to prepare and publish a handbook for worldwide use. These laid down the very first impression of the handling the waste generated by the hospitals. Keywords: Hazardous materials, Health care, Hospitals, Toxic waste, Waste disposal.

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