Southampton Hospital and Local Pharmacist Offer Disposal Site For Medical 'Sharps'

Southampton Hospital and local pharmacist Bob Grisnick of Southrifty Drug in Southampton Village, announced they will be offering a free and safe way to dispose of needles and other medical “sharps”.

Residents can dispose of these items in a specially designed container that has been installed at the drugstore located at 54 Jagger Lane.

The program was created to avoid needles and other medical “sharps” ending up in household garbage, and winding up as litter in the environment, creating a dangerous situation for people and pets.

All East End residents are encouraged to take advantage of this free service.

Pictured: (l.to r.) Southampton Hospital President and CEO Robert Chaloner with Pharmacist Bob Grisnick of Southrifty Drug.

Photo courtesy of Southampton Hospital

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