Give 2 negative effects of dumping medical waste

Medical waste is classified as any infectious waste that is created in healthcare facilities such as hospitals, blood banks as well as veterinary clinics. This waste includes items such as bandages, surgical instruments, personal safety equipment such as gloves, syringes, needles and body parts.

Improper disposal of medical wastes may lead to:

1) Infection and injury

Medical waste may harm or infect another person that comes into contact with it

2) Pollution

Waste disposed of improperly may end up in water ways or soil, causing pollution of the region and making its resources unusable.