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A Household Guide for Alabamians:
Handling and Disposal of Home Medical Waste
Hazards:
- Used needles can transmit serious diseases.
- Medications flushed down the toilet or poured down a drain may adversely affect the function of a septic tank and can harm fish and other marine organisms.
- Unwanted or expired medicines or pharmaceuticals may be harmful to children and adults.
- Never share used needles.
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