For the first time, researchers have demonstrated a statistically significant association between the use of single-use sharps containers and lower Clostridium difficile infection rates in hospitals.

In an April 18, 2008, Letter of Interpretation posted to OSHA's Web site Dec. 4, the agency addresses the placement of sharps containers in facilities and the requirement to ensure they are maintained ...

Sharps Containers Market size will attain USD 824.2 million by 2032. Growing awareness of occupational hazards in healthcare settings is a significant factor ushering in the demand for sharps ...

The rates of C. difficile or C. diff. infections were 15 percent higher in hospitals that use reusable sharps containers than in hospitals that use single-use disposable containers, according to a new ...

Sharps are objects that can penetrate a worker’s skin, such as needles, scalpels, broken glass, capillary tubes and the exposed ends of dental wires. If blood or other potentially infectious materials ...

Many people go to parks to enjoy the natural beauty of our environment. However, a tranquil escape to nature can be interrupted by injuries from discarded needles or syringes, also known as sharps.

The right Sharps Container for Home use & Professional Practice » Safe biohazard containers for disposing of diabetic needles, syringes, razors, glass vials, and other commonly used sharps. Ideal for ...

PLYMOUTH – When it comes to disposing of used hypodermic needles, sometimes you have to think inside the box. That was the case for Jerry Levine and Barry Potvin of the town’s Board of Health. They ...

A: Let me start by giving a shout out to all the R.I. pharmacies that are handing out information about proper medical sharps disposal right at the counter as they fill prescriptions. This so helpful!