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Coverage dated September 29, 2026

Used needles from GLP-1 medications create risk for sanitation workers, FDOH officials say

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GLP-1 drugs have helped millions of people lose weight, but the way they are disposed of has become a new danger affecting sanitation workers. Needles...

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  1. WSVN Miami

    Used needles from GLP-1 medications create risk for sanitation workers, FDOH officials say (opens WSVN Miami)

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    GLP-1 drugs have helped millions of people lose weight, but the way they are disposed of has become a new danger affecting sanitation workers. Needles...

  2. Gizmodo

    GLP-1 Needles Tossed in the Trash Are Injuring Sanitation Workers (opens Gizmodo)

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    At least 49 sanitation workers in New York have been pricked by exposed needles this year.

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