In healthcare settings, waste is generally categorized into several types: infectious waste, hazardous waste, general waste, and recyclable waste. Infectious waste includes items contaminated with blood or other bodily fluids, such as used gloves, gauze, and sharps. Hazardous waste comprises materials that pose a chemical risk, like expired medications and chemotherapy agents. General waste is similar to household waste and includes non-contaminated items like paper and packaging. Recyclable waste includes items like paper and certain plastics that can be processed and reused.
