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What Is Hospital Medical Waste?

Hospital medical waste disposal is one of the most important functions of any medical facility. So, what is hospital medical waste? Firstly …

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What Is Regulated Medical Waste?

Learn all about what regulated medical waste is, along with types, and proper disposal methods. Read our comprehensive blog for essential information.

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OPIM: What It Stands For, Examples and Disposal Guidelines

OPIM stands for other potentially infectious materials and includes more than blood. Learn what qualifies under OSHA standards, real examples, and how to dispose of OPIM safely.

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Effects of Biomedical Waste on the Environment

Improper biomedical waste management has negative consequences on the environment. Learn how to be sure your biomedical waste management and disposal is environmentally friendly!

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Dan Daniels of Daniels Health named Entrepreneur Of The Year® 2026 Midwest finalist by EY US

Dan Daniels of Daniels Health has been named a finalist for the Entrepreneur Of The Year 2026 Midwest Award by Ernst & Young LLP (EY US).

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Waste Management for Academic Medical Centers: Supporting the Work That Shapes the Future of Healthcare

Academic Medical Centers (AMCs) push healthcare forward every day, training future healthcare providers and advancing medicine, all while delivering life-changing […]

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Case Study: National Installation and Service Support for Fresenius Medical Care

Starting in 2020, Daniels Health was engaged by Fresenius Medical Care (FMC) to support specialized medical waste disposal at select […]

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Find Out Who is Most at Risk in the Latest AOHP Sharps Safety Exposure Report

Sharps injuries remain one of the most persistent risks facing healthcare workers today. Despite decades of regulation, safety-engineered devices and […]

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The Goldilocks Guide to Medical Waste Bins

When it comes to managing regulated medical waste, one size doesn’t fit all. Just like the classic Goldilocks story: not […]

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What Is a Medical Waste Incinerator and How Does it Work?

Discover the role of medical waste incinerators in healthcare waste management. Learn the processes, types, and how to achieve smart segregation with Daniels Health.

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Color Coding Requirements for Biomedical Waste

Learn more about color-coding for hazardous waste and why its important for your hospital to follow.

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What Is Pharmaceutical Waste?

Whether you operate a pharmacy, an outpatient center, a cancer center, an independent physician’s practice, or a hospital, proper pharmaceutical waste management is essential.