When healing tools turn harmful

Relatedly, although incinerators used in the disposal of medical waste are effective, Nanyonga cautions that they pose several challenges if not properly managed. She explained that they release harmful gases such as dioxins, furans and heavy metals into the air, contributing to pollution.

Medical waste may contain blood and fluids that spread HIV, hepatitis, cholera, typhoid and diarrhoea if they contaminate water sources.