UNEP Report on Safe Disposal of Unused Medicines
In March 2026, the United Nations Environment Programme released a report titled “Safe Disposal of Unused Medicines: A One Health Approach for National Systems”.
- The report warns that the improper disposal of medicines poses serious risks to both environmental and public health, and calls for stronger national systems to address the problem.
Key Highlights: Risk Associated with Improper Medicine Disposal
Environmental Risks
- Improper disposal contributes to antimicrobial resistance, endocrine disruption, and ecosystem toxicity.
High Wastage Rates
- Globally, nearly 50% of household medicines eventually become waste.
Economic impact
- The unused medicine management market is projected to reach US$2.54 billion by 2032.
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