Be careful with discarded needles

The Health unit is sending out a warning to people to be careful with what they find under the melting snow.  The District Health Unit's Superior Points Harm Reduction Program is reminding people to be careful if they find discarded needles.  Officials say use tongs or pliers to pick up the needle and put it in a hard container that is clearly marked.  You can dispose of the needles at any yellow metal disposal bins in the city that can be found on the Health Unit's website.  Spokesperson Lori Franzen says while the risk of infection is very low, its important to be careful.