12/11/2025
December is Sharps Injury Prevention Month, an important reminder of the role pharmacy professionals play in promoting safe handling and proper disposal of needles, syringes, and other sharps. This is especially crucial for patients with chronic conditions who manage at-home injections.
Key safety practices worth reinforcing this month:
• Use FDA-cleared sharps containers, never household containers
• Avoid recapping needles to reduce accidental injury
• Store sharps securely to protect family members, caregivers, and pets
• Educate patients during pick-up about proper disposal
• Promote pharmacy take-back programs or direct patients to local disposal resources
These conversations help prevent injuries, build trust, improve adherence, and support safer communities.