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Sharps, needles, and syringes

Disposal guidance for households

Not accepted at hazardous waste collection sites

Sharps, needles, and syringes should never go in the garbage and are not accepted at the household hazardous waste sites. They can be a serious health risk to waste workers. Find out more about safe disposal for sharps. 

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