Ensures safe disposal of hypodermic needles and lancets in Massachusetts by expanding collection programs to include all pharmacies, health clinics.
This bill amends the Massachusetts General Laws to enhance the safe disposal of hypodermic needles and lancets. It expands the scope of facilities required to implement sharps disposal programs to include all pharmacies, health clinics, hospitals, and nursing homes. The bill also removes the requirement for establishing sharps collection centers specifically in medical facilities and pharmacies, broadening the overall disposal program.
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