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Las Vegas GI Doc Facing 28 Felony Counts in Hep C Case

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New Device Helps Obese Patients Breathe Easier

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Archive >  Going Green 2010

Single Use, Multiple Benefits

Reprocessing SUDs balances waste reduction, cost savings and quality.

Janet Brown, Director of Sustainable Operations

Is reprocessing single-use devices better for the environment? In a word, yes. The limited reuse of SUDs can play a part in reducing the estimated 4 billion pounds of waste healthcare facilities dump into landfills and incinerators each year. Reprocessing SUDs will not only cut your facility's waste stream, but could possibly slash your equipment budget.

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