Many residents are tasked with home health injections, and the burden of disposal of this Medical Waste. 

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Proper Disposal is key for keeping everyone safe.  Please follow the steps below for safe disposal of these items. 

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NOTE: LPEMS, LPFD, & LPPD do not collect these items unless advertising for a collection event; Please do not bring these container to our stations. 

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Local pharmacies like Walgreens & CVS do have programs for proper disposal; Please contact them directly before showing up with sharps containers.