Medical Waste - Commercially Generated
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Preparation Instructions:Medical waste is accepted only from residential customers. Residential customers can place needles, syringes, lancets and other sharp objects in puncture-proof, hard plastic containers you can't see through. Or use metal containers with lids; reinforced with tape. Lids that screw on tightly are best. Then place the sealed container with your trash --- never in a recycling bin. The Anne Arundel County Police Department has installed drug drop boxes for residents to dispose of unused, expired or unwanted medications. Residents can drop off medications at:
Items NOT Accepted: thermometers, hydrogen peroxide, inhalers, aerosol cans, ointments, lotions, liquids, needles /sharps, medication from businesses or clinics Residents may also find instructions on disposing of expired and unused medications on the Anne Arundel County Department of Health website. In addition, prescription take-back programs at pharmacies are slowly becoming available. Some pharmacies, like Walgreens, now offer the service to the public; fees may apply. For more details, visit the Walgreens website.
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| Where is material accepted? | |
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| Curbside |
NO
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| Bulk Pickup Required |
NO
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| Recycling Centers |
NO
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| Landfill |
NO
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| Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off |
NO
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| Non County Alternative |
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