What are the environmental impacts of using and disposing of absorbent hygiene products and incontinence pads?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18269046
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Abstract

The use and disposal of absorbent hygiene products pose significant environmental and health challenges due to improper disposal practices and the non-biodegradability of many components, necessitating enhanced awareness and system improvements.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Healthcare and Environmental Waste Management Waste Management and Recycling Environmental Impact and Sustainability

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
16 January 2026