How to Safely Dispose of Your Unused Diabetes Medical Supplies
Diabetes brings in a host of devices and medications that all require disposal at some point or another. Because we also have other conditions that need management, we end up with a lot of pieces to keep track of. Down the line, medications and devices/technology get changed because of insurance coverage or because there is something new or improved. You may also be the caregiver to an older family member with diabetes. When they pass away, you are left navigating a lot of things including all the supplies they were using.
What do we do with all these extras? They can become a burden in our cupboard (which is already bursting with supplies to save in case of the apocalypse) and none of them are safe to just throw out in the trash.
Disposing of expired or unused medications requires caution and care and knowing how to responsibly clear out major medical equipment or supplies can be overwhelming.
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) created this guide, How to Manage Unused Medical Supplies, that addresses how to dispose of medications and donate supplies so they don’t go to waste.
NCOA: How to Manage or Donate Unused Medical Supplies
If you are wondering how to clean out that medication or supply cupboard in your Spring cleaning or to help a loved one navigate downsizing, please use the resource in the link above to navigate safely.
As always, if there are questions about what to save and what to dispose of, the staff at Integrated Diabetes Services is always here to help you sort it out – old BG monitors and all!
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