It is estimated that 142 public and 443 private hospitals generate 21,000 tons of medical waste per year, of which 6,000 tons is infectious waste. It is estimated that most of this waste is stored in public landfills, which is a serious problem, since it is not only a source of environmental pollution, but also a potential source for the spread of infectious diseases. More specifically, 21 autoclaves/shredders were purchased and a budget line was created in hospitals for medical waste management.