What are the rules in Europe to dispose used insulin syringe needles insulin pen needles & lancets?

How to dispose used needles used by diabetics to inject insulin. Are there specific rules applicable in europe
Can i just throw the used stuff in the thrash bin

I know of no Legal process for disposal, (which does not infer that there is not a law referring to their disposal) but you would be advised to hand them in to the local pharmacy or hospital. Some people make a ‘living’ from searching through trash / rubbish bins (totting).
Alternatively, you could request a ’sharps’ box – which are used in hospitals and clinics – and they cut the needle off the syringe and the body of the syringe is then disposed in the box.
Hope this helps
matador 89

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