Press Release

HOUSTON, Feb. 07, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sharps Compliance Corp. (NASDAQ: SMED) (“Sharps” or the “Company”), a leading full-service national provider of comprehensive waste management solutions including medical, pharmaceutical and hazardous, today announced the acquisition of Midwest Medical Waste, Inc., a full-service, route-based provider of medical and hazardous waste solutions serving over 600 customer locations across Kansas. The purchase price was $4.35 million and consisted of 75% in cash and 25% in Sharps Compliance stock.

David P. Tusa, President and Chief Executive Officer of Sharps, stated, “Our acquisition of Midwest Medical Waste of Kansas aligns well with our strategy to augment our organic growth initiatives with complementary acquisitions that increase our route density and extend our reach in the marketplace. Midwest Medical Waste has established a strong reputation as a customer focused medical waste management provider in Kansas. We believe this acquisition will enhance our route-based coverage and capabilities in Kansas and further our overall leadership position as a comprehensive provider of medical waste management solutions.”

Tusa added, “We have a vibrant pipeline of acquisition opportunities in various stages that we are evaluating. We are pleased to kick off calendar 2022 with the addition of Midwest Medical Waste of Kansas.”

About Sharps Compliance Corp.

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Sharps Compliance (NASDAQ: SMED) is a leading business-to-business services provider to the healthcare, long-term care and retail pharmacy markets. Sharps Compliance offers comprehensive solutions for the management of regulated medical waste, hazardous waste and unused medications. For more information, visit: www.sharpsinc.com. 

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