Choosing Wisely & Climate Action
Reducing unnecessary tests, treatments and procedures is an opportunity to benefit both patients and the planet.
The Choosing Wisely team have recently updated…
Has anyone had any success in challenging CMU contracts on the basis of carbon footprint?
Or formally or informally fedback that this needs to considered more at tender?
Hi all,
Is anyone using compostable/paper/cardboard medicines pots in their setting instead of plastic ones? I have a secondary care colleague who is interested in switching over what they give the…
The London Greener NHS team will be running a Greener NHS Week, from Monday 13th May 2024 to Friday 17th May 2024. The events are virtual. The Green Week is aimed for healthcare staff to gain an…
I am based in a cancer centre and trying to look at reducing oral chemotherapy waste, by potentially re-dispensing discontinued or deferred oral prescriptions. The waste usually comes from temporarily…
Are there any haematologists interested in sustainable healthcare who would like to connect up with others internationally? We've been approached by international partners looking for UK…
Plants first healthcare are calling on NHS trusts, Integrated Care Boards (ICBs) and all other healthcare organisations to adopt a ‘Plant-Based by Default’ food menu. Sign their open letter herePlants…
Background
Dr Sarah Benn became the first doctor to be suspended for taking part in non-violent climate protests recently after the GMC referred her to the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service…
Hi all, here's a survey by Doctors Association UK on whether climate activism damages the public trust in the profession, would be really grateful if you can fill and share…