Eco-friendly vaccination: Tackling an unforeseen adverse effect

Abstract With millions of possible vaccine doses on hold, with respect to the ongoing pandemic, we pay little attention to the repercussions those plastic syringes have on the environment. This article delves into the impact that the increase in medical waste, haphazard use and disposal of syringes has caused to the environment, citing the practices followed and its possible solutions. The increasing production of nonbiodegradable materials is inevitably going to affect the world we live in. This article highlights the importance of developing new and sustainable methods of vaccination and disposal, while mentioning some initiatives that are already in place to combat this issue. Along with educating the unaware proportion of the population, there is a need to develop sustainable and recyclable products for a better tomorrow.