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09-26-2009, 02:27 AM
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Have old needles? free Sharps container.
I just got mine today for all my used insulin shots and needles.
https://www.enlivenservices.com/ra/o...-container.jsp |
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09-26-2009, 11:08 AM
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Thanks, I've been looking for a container for someone who also uses insulin.
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09-27-2009, 04:00 AM
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What do you do with it when its filled up? I use Enbrel, have a Sharps container filled up, enbrel is sending me another one, but what do I do with the used needles?
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09-27-2009, 05:40 AM
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Every state has different rules. In CA & 2003, we had a rabbit who had an infectious disease. We had to give it injectable medicine. The vet said to put the needles in a milk container (or similar) & then fill it with something like dry spackle, wet the powder, shake, let it set & dry, then toss in the trash. When I told my Oregonian workmates, they said that's illegal in OR.
Sometimes the local trash disposal company or fire department has a program to collect disposable sharps.
Kate
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09-27-2009, 06:20 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by marylee54
What do you do with it when its filled up? I use Enbrel, have a Sharps container filled up, enbrel is sending me another one, but what do I do with the used needles?
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I just dropped mine off at the laboratory in my local hospital. Some pharmacies take them too. |
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09-27-2009, 08:13 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by marylee54
What do you do with it when its filled up? I use Enbrel, have a Sharps container filled up, enbrel is sending me another one, but what do I do with the used needles?
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Great question, we were told that nobody will take the filled container - wrap it up really well with tape and toss in the trash (I really hate that idea though). |
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09-27-2009, 09:58 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Flamingo13
Great question, we were told that nobody will take the filled container - wrap it up really well with tape and toss in the trash (I really hate that idea though).
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With all due respect, I'd call the trash collecting company and ask if that's legal... it certainly may not be deemed safe...
Kindly, Kate |
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09-27-2009, 10:03 PM
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The sharps container will be labeled with "Bio Hazard" or just the emblem. It is against the law to just toss those containers. I take mine to the fire department and they take care of disposing of it for me.
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09-27-2009, 10:05 PM
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