Kylie is a Content Writer at Sales Star Networks. She has been with the company for four years and writes content across all brands, including Shred Nations, Record Nations, Medical Waste Pros, and ShredTronics. Her four years of experience at brand have made her an expert in all things document management, document shredding, medical waste, and electronics recycling. Kylie enjoys researching and writing about new topics every week to keep our customers informed.
Nov 10, 2025 /
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by Kylie Daugharty
Even the healthiest people regularly fill prescriptions and use over-the-counter medications. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), almost half of all Americans are on at least one prescription drug. That means that old pill bottles are being used and thrown away at an alarming rate, adding more unnecessary waste to […]
Nov 05, 2025 /
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by Kylie Daugharty
Dental patients are focused on getting in and out of the office. What they don’t realize is that a dental professional’s job doesn’t end when the patients are gone. Between a patient’s bodily fluids, the materials used in fillings, and any medications administered, there’s plenty of cleanup to do. Dental offices produce a number of […]
Oct 30, 2025 /
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by Kylie Daugharty
Medication is a critical component of healthcare. Whether administering or filling medications, pharmaceutical waste is unavoidable. When this waste isn’t handled properly, it poses a risk to the environment and human health. As a result, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and each state’s Department of Public Health govern the disposal of […]
Oct 24, 2025 /
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by Kylie Daugharty
Blood, and materials contaminated with blood, create a health risk because of the harmful pathogens that may be present. If someone is exposed to bloodborne pathogens, they can contract serious and life-threatening illnesses. All blood waste should be handled carefully and with the proper procedures to prevent exposure to disease. In this blog, we’ll go […]
Oct 21, 2024 /
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by Kylie Daugharty
Despite awareness, education, and recovery programs, the prevalence of drug overdoses in the U.S. continues to be a tragic issue. Overdosing can occur due to intentional use, but it can also happen from unintentional contact. Fentanyl patches are a common cause of the latter, as they deliver a dose of an opioid-based painkiller through the […]
Sep 06, 2024 /
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by Kylie Daugharty
Patients may not realize that some prescription medications are considered hazardous materials. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) labels items as “hazardous” for their potential to cause negative human health or environmental effects. When not properly disposed of, hazardous medications can contaminate groundwater, affecting nearby populations. Some medications are more dangerous than others. The Resource Conservation […]
Aug 20, 2024 /
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by Kylie Daugharty
Infertility rates are on the rise, leading to an increase in fertility treatments. In vitro fertilization (IVF) is a common medical treatment that helps women achieve pregnancy. In 2021, over 86,000 infants were conceived in the United States using IVF or a similar assisted reproductive technology. The IVF process involves daily injectable medications for weeks […]
Jul 29, 2024 /
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by Kylie Daugharty
Cleanliness is essential to the success of any healthcare treatment. When medical environments and devices are not clean, the patient is at greater risk for infections and complications. Medical devices stored improperly can become contaminated with bacteria, viruses, or other harmful substances. If contaminated devices are used on a patient, they can cause healthcare-associated infections […]
Jul 12, 2024 /
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by Kylie Daugharty
Between 40 and 50 million major surgeries are performed annually in the US. Each surgery requires medical devices and surgical instruments to perform specific actions. Surgical instruments are available in a huge variety, each designed to complete a particular task. Whether surgical instruments are used to cut, hold, remove, or otherwise manipulate biological tissues; they […]
Jun 03, 2024 /
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by Kylie Daugharty
Across the world, a huge disparity exists between trashed medical equipment and people in need of critical health supplies. Many people cannot get the supplies and equipment they need due to high costs and lack of health coverage, while many others do not know what to do with their equipment when it is no longer […]
May 24, 2024 /
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by Kylie Daugharty
Healthcare aims to protect against and treat illnesses and injuries. Different types of professionals in many areas of expertise can diagnose, care for, and treat ailments to benefit individuals and the community’s well-being. Healthcare waste is created during these activities, making it more likely to carry infection or cause injury than other types of waste. […]
Apr 26, 2024 /
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by Kylie Daugharty
Safe sharps waste disposal is important regardless of the size of your practice. Strict regulations exist to ensure the well-being of healthcare workers, patients, and the public at large. Beyond legal compliance, it is also important to consider the effects of medical waste on the environment and public safety. When sharps are disposed of […]
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