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Medical wastes are a public health concern because they can be infectious. “A medical waste is defined as any solid waste which is generated in the diagnosis, treatment, or immunization of human beings or animals, in related research, biologicals production, or testing” (Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 259).
