Geographical analysis

Abstract

Based on information gathered in 2019, this study offers a thorough analysis of Bio-medical waste management practices in five taluks in the Mysore District, Karnataka: K.R. Nagar, Hunsur, H.D. Kote, Nanjangud, and Periyapatna. The investigation reveals a significant amount of variability in the amount of biomedical waste generated by healthcare facilities, including government hospitals, community health centers, and private clinics; the highest monthly average was recorded at 135.64 kg at the Government Hospital in K.R. Nagar. The study emphasizes the urgent need for customized waste management strategies that take into account the size and capacity of healthcare establishments as well as regional geographic considerations in order to guarantee compliance with federal biomedical waste management regulations. This localized assessment of biomedical waste management practices offers valuable insights for policy formulation and implementation in rural and semi-urban areas of Karnataka. It does this by showing regional disparities in waste management practices and emphasizing the importance of infrastructure development, regulatory adherence, and increased awareness among healthcare providers to mitigate environmental and public health risks. The research is based on a detailed geographical mapping of healthcare facilities and their waste output.