What to Do with Used Sharps in West Virginia
Put used sharps in a strong, plastic container that is puncture proof
Have a needle clipper? When the needle clipper is full, it can be disposed of according to your state or local regulations. More information can be found here.
Put the plastic container in the household trash - don't recycle!
If a trash collector is reluctant to collect a red sharps container, refer them to your state waste agency.
Sharps should never be thrown loosely into the trash or toilet.
Sharps that retract after use, or are very small, should be disposed of like all other sharps.
If you would like to bring your sealed container to a community sharps disposal program, there are drop-off locations in Cabell County, Kanawha County and Webster County.
Disposal locations in West Virginia (3)
| Location Name | Address | City | Phone | Service Area | Residency Restriction | Provides Containers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanawha-Charleston Health Department | 108 Lee St | Charleston, 25301 | 304-344-5243 | Kanawha County | No | No |
| Cabell-Huntington Health Department | 703 7th Ave | Huntington, 25701 | 304-523-6483 | Cabell, Wayne Counties | No | No |
| Medical Waste Pros (inside Appalachian Rx) | 80 N Main St | Webster Springs, 26288 | 681-213-1133 | Webster County | No | No |
Please note that SafeNeedleDisposal.org is not affiliated with these facilities or programs. Contact the individual facility to confirm hours of operation and requirements.