Biohazardous agent refers to an agent that is biological in nature, capable of self-replication, and has the capacity to produce deleterious effects upon biological organisms. Biohazardous agents ...

Jamshedpur: The district health department has instructed healthcare centres and bio-testing labs to adhere to the guidelines of the Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board (JSPCB) and the Bio-Medical ...

Jamshedpur's health department has issued a stern warning to healthcare facilities regarding the improper disposal of bio-medical waste. Following reports of hazardous waste being dumped in public ...

Gurugram officials warn hospitals to properly dispose of bio-medical waste through licensed agencies, following complaints of improper disposal.

Around the world, waste generation rates are rising. In 2020, the world was estimated to generate 2.24 billion tonnes of solid waste, amounting to a footprint of 0.79 kilograms per person per day.