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  • Published on May 11, 2026

    Bill aims to keep medical waste from ending up in Minnesota trash

    ST. PAUL — Medical waste from hospitals and surgical centers too often gets mixed in with regular trash, and at least one state lawmaker wants to fix that. Rep. Wayne Johnson, R-Cottage Grove, initially authored a bill to fine medical facilities for the …

    Source: KAXE/KBXE - Minnesota - Public Broadcaster
  • Published on May 8, 2026

    Health warning asks Warwick district residents to dispose of needles safely

    A public health message for residents of the Warwick district today (Friday May 8) has asked them to dispose of needles and clinical sharps safely after an increase in cases of them being found in household waste and recycling bins. The message came via …

    Source: Warwickshire World - Pending
  • Published on May 18, 2026

    Council OKs curbs on homeless help in parks

    South Phoenix Councilwoman Anna Hernandez ripped the parks measure as someone from her office held signs up that called attention to new pressures on poor people.  (Youtube) Phoenix is gearing up for a new order in parks after City Council voted 6-3 to …

    Source: The Foothills Focus - Arizona - Pending
  • Published on May 16, 2026

    Ocean Health: How Far Have We Come?

    Mounds of trash, including medical waste during the 1980s, once covered Jersey Shore beaches. Pollution degraded the state’s waterways for decades. Courtesy Clean Ocean Action By Jody Sackett Oceans are always the star of summertime. But are our oceans and …

    Source: The Two River Times - New Jersey - Neutral
  • Published on May 15, 2026

    Hazardous waste collection drive set for May 16 in DeKalb

    The DeKalb County Health Department will partner with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency to host a household hazardous waste collection drive for residents to dispose of hazardous waste. The free event runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 16 at DeKalb …

    Source: The Mid Week - Illinois - Pending
  • Published on May 11, 2026

    Drug take-back, Good Neighbor Day coincide

    The Community Connections Substance Abuse Prevention System monthly Drug Take-Back on Saturday, May 16 also marks the celebration and recognition of Good Neighbor Day America. Good Neighbor Day America is dedicated to acts of service, community pride, and …

    Source: North Platte Bulletin - Nebraska - Pending
  • Published on May 7, 2026

    Phoenix City Council Votes To Restrict Food, Medical Care in Parks

    In a marathon session that lasted more than seven hours, the Phoenix City Council voted 6-3 in favor of an ordinance that would criminalize unauthorized food distribution and medical care in the nation’s fifth largest city.   The vote comes after a months- …

    Source: LOOKOUT - Arizona - Pending
  • Published on May 7, 2026

    Phoenix approves ordinance limiting medical care to people in city parks

    The council voted 6-3 to approve an ordinance requiring a permit to provide medical services in city parks. Here's what we know. PHOENIX — The Phoenix City Council approved an ordinance on Wednesday that would limit the ability of organizations to …

    Source: KPNX 12 News - Arizona - Pending
  • Published on May 6, 2026

    Showdown on food, medical services in parks

    A long-brewing showdown between advocates for unsheltered people and Phoenix parks officials could come to a head today, May 6, when City Council considers an ordinance limiting food distribution and medical services in city parks. The measure was approved …

    Source: Ahwatukee Foothills News - Arizona - Pending
  • Published on May 1, 2026

    Bay Area teen's ReCap Project targets medical plastic waste for recycling

    At the Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford University, an incredible collaboration is taking place between a 16-year-old high school student and the medical staff. The ReCap Project, founded by Brandon Lin in 2023, was formed to keep certain …

    Source: CBS News Bay Area - California - Neutral
  • Published on Apr 23, 2026

    Can you recycle that? Wisconsin recycling rules explained 

    April 23, 2026, 10:47 a.m. CT The average Wisconsin resident generates nearly 5 pounds of trash every day, but recycles less than 2 pounds of that trash, according to the state Department of Natural Resources. A survey conducted by the department looked at …

    Source: Wisconsin Rapids Daily Tribune - Neutral
  • Published on Apr 23, 2026

    Area residents encouraged to participate in free shredding event this weekend

    The Lady Lake Police Department, in partnership with American Legion Post #347, will be hosting a shredding event for area residents this weekend. The second annual “Shred it and Forget it” will take place on Saturday, April 25, from 9 to 11:30 a.m., or …

    Source: Villages News - Florida - Right-wing
  • Published on Apr 21, 2026

    3.5 million syringes to be produced for prioritized distribution amid raw material shortage

    Published: 21 Apr. 2026, 18:09 Health Minister Jeong Eun-kyeong speaks during a meeting with medical organizations, which was held in central Seoul on April 21. [MINISTRY OF HEALTH AND WELFARE]   A total of 3.5 million syringes will be produced and …

    Source: Korea JoungAng Daily - Center-right
  • Published on Apr 22, 2026

    Safely shred sensitive paperwork and old magazines in Lady Lake

    April 22, 2026, 10:33 a.m. ET The Lady Lake Police Department is hosting a free drive-through shredding event on Saturday, April 25. This event aims to help residents, particularly seniors, protect themselves from scams and identity theft. Residents may …

    Source: Leesburg Daily Commercial - Florida - Neutral
  • Published on Apr 21, 2026

    Why a govt hospital in Pakistan is at the centre of an HIV outbreak affecting hundreds of children | Explained

    In an undercover investigation, BBC Eye discovered an extensive trail of medical malpractice, institutional lack of accountability, and regulatory failure at the Tehsil Headquarter (THQ) Hospital  in Taunsa, Punjab, Pakistan, a facility now linked to a …

    Source: The Week - Center-left
  • Published on Apr 24, 2026

    Concerns Raised Over Rise In HIV Cases At Pakistan Institute Of Medical Sciences

    (MENAFN- IANS) Islamabad, April 24 (IANS) Medical experts at the HIV Centre of Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences (PIMC) have voiced concern over an increase in the number of patients, stressing that the presence of HIV cases among children is …

    Source: MENAFN - Indeterminate
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