The Vigilância Sanitária has partially shut down a funeral home in Sumaré, São Paulo, after officials identified several high-risk irregularities associated with its operations. Among the issues noted were improper waste disposal, the absence of a qualified technical supervisor, and a lack of environmental licensing. These findings emerged from an ongoing inspection campaign conducted throughout March across all funeral homes in the municipality.

Tanatopraxia, which involves the sanitization, disinfection, and preservation of corpses using chemical agents to delay decomposition, was specifically targeted in the shutdown. Although the funeral home is prohibited from performing certain services, basic funeral services remain authorized to operate. The local health department has yet to determine the fine that may be levied against the facility.

This action reflects the city's commitment to maintaining public health standards and ensuring that funeral homes adhere to required regulations. The inspection and subsequent shutdown highlight the importance of oversight in the funeral industry, especially regarding health risks associated with the handling of deceased bodies and biohazardous waste management.