Biomedical Waste Management: Navigating Challenges, Embracing Innovations And Examining The Latest Advancements

Ms. Bhawna Rani; Dr. Arti Rauthan; Dr. Anuja Pandey; Dr. Deepshikha Singh; Dr. Arjun Yadav Vemula

doi:10.53555/sfs.v10i3.2320

Authors

Ms. Bhawna Rani
Dr. Arti Rauthan
Dr. Anuja Pandey
Dr. Deepshikha Singh
Dr. Arjun Yadav Vemula

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.53555/sfs.v10i3.2320

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Abstract

Biomedical waste, a byproduct of healthcare activities, encompasses a diverse range of materials, including infectious waste, pathological waste, sharps, pharmaceutical waste, and chemical waste. As the healthcare sector continues to evolve, the proper management of biomedical waste becomes increasingly critical to prevent environmental pollution, protect public health, and ensure the safety of healthcare workers and the community at large. This comprehensive review delves into the multifaceted landscape of biomedical waste, examining the challenges faced, innovative solutions proposed, and the existing regulatory frameworks, drawing upon an array of authoritative sources.

Author Biographies

Ms. Bhawna Rani

Research Scholar, School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Himgiri Zee University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Dr. Arti Rauthan

Associate Professor, Department of Public Health, Sai Institute of Management &Technology , Rajpur Road Dehradun-248197, Uttarakhand
Dr. Anuja Pandey

Associate Professor and Placement Head, School of Pharmaceutical Science, Himgiri Zee University, Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India
Dr. Deepshikha Singh

Assistant Professor, Department of Pedodontics & Preventive Dentistry, Seema Dental College & Hospital, Rishikesh, Dehradun
Dr. Arjun Yadav Vemula

Assistant Professor, Department of Dentistry (Oral Medicine & Radiology), Mahavir Institute of Medical Sciences, Vikarabad, Telangana