Hospital told to shut down waste facility

Khon Kaen: A government-run hospital in the province has been ordered to shut its infectious waste disposal facility following complaints from residents of a nearby dormitory.

Residents of Kradangnga dormitory said they have been bothered by the foul smell coming from Khon Kaen Hospital’s newly-built infectious waste disposal facility, saying the odour has affected business in the area. They also fear the waste contained at the site isn’t being properly processed before disposal.

Thirasak Thikayuphan, mayor of Nakhon Khon Kaen municipality, said authorities have inspected the facility and found it was built in line with the required standards.

However, he said, authorities have decided to suspend the…