Sharps Container Disposal
Disposal of syringes, needles and lancets is regulated, these items are called ‘sharps’ and can carry hepatitis, HIV and other harmful substances.
Proper disposal for used or full sharps containers can be done at either one of our offices at no-cost.
We will only accept syringes that are in either a sharps container or a strong plastic container such as laundry detergent bottles or bleach bottles. We will not accept loose needles or needles in soft plastic containers, such as Ziploc bags and soda bottles. If needed, our offices can provide sharps containers at no cost.
Needle Exchange
Whitman County Public Health’s anonymous needle exchange program provides one-for-one exchange of used syringes for new ones. Exchanging used syringes helps lower the risk of HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C transmission.
Needle Exchanges can be done at either one of our offices at no-cost.
We will only accept syringes that are in either a sharps container or a strong plastic container such as laundry detergent bottles or bleach bottles. We will not accept loose needles or needles in soft plastic containers, such as Ziploc bags and soda bottles.
If needed, our offices can provide sharps containers and wound care supplies at no cost.
