How does medical waste spread pollution?
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Treatment and disposal of healthcare waste may pose health risks indirectly through the release of pathogens and toxic pollutants into the environment. ... Incineration of heavy metals or materials with high metal content (in particular lead, mercury and cadmium) can lead to the spread of toxic metals in the environment.
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Leachate produced as waste decomposes may cause pollution. Badly-managed landfill sites may attract vermin or cause litter. ... Gases from incineration may cause air pollution and contribute to acid rain, while the ash from incinerators may contain heavy metals and other toxins.
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