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This slide set from NHS England is an introduction to why sustainability is important for the NHS. It includes a breakdown of NHS emissions, where there is potential for reductions and an introduction…
In this BMJ article Ray Moynihan explores early preparations for a low carbon health system, including setting out 10 goals for greening hospitals and health systems.
Increased walking and cycling in urban areas and reduced use of private cars could have positive effects on many health outcomes. Within 20 years, reductions in the prevalences of type 2 diabetes,…
Update on SHE Network activities in 2011-12 - including award of HEA grant, GMC liaison, draft curriculum consultation, conference presentations and workshops, publications by SHE members.
Two final year medical students in Oxford took part in a two-week special study module (SSM) on “Sustainable Healthcare” in 2011-12. The students each chose to focus on one of the four dimensions of…
Setting/Patient Group: Operating Theatres
Issue to be addressed:
Inappropriate waste segregation and disposal - all waste from clinical areas within the operating theatre setting was disposed of…
In March 2012, leading members of the respiratory care community attended a Summit entitled “Respiratory Care 2020: High Quality, Low Carbon” . The meeting identified priority areas for action to…
More slides from the 23 March 2012 Summit, "Sustainable Respiratory Care: High Quality Low Carbon" attended by leading members of the respiratory care community.
