How can I dispose of syringes?

Effective July 1, 2012, homesharps, as well as unopened packages of hypodermic needles and lancets, shall not be disposed of in solid municipal waste, including household waste, and shall be collected and disposed of in accordance with the requirements outlined in the amended regulations.

For more information:  http://www.mass.gov/eohhs/gov/departments/dph/programs/environmental-hea...