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“All QI needs to include sustainability.” This is not an add-on—it’s essential.Two leading NHS Trusts—Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (MPFT) and South Warwickshire University NHS…
The need for evidence-based practice in health care is now well accepted. Best practice is likely to change over time with the emergence of new research evidence and may be influenced by other…
This review highlights critical knowledge gaps about polymer waste and pollution in oral healthcare clinics. The variability of study designs limited the feasibility of meta-analysis. Current evidence…
The soils of five potted plants cultivated within a hospital were investigated for the presence of fungal opportunistic pathogens of humans. A total of 16 potentially pathogenic species were isolated,…
In our monthly Kidney Care Sustainability Networkevent, we explore innovative approaches to building greener kidney care. This month, we dive into one of the most debated topics in nephrology:…
This report outlines the current practice and use of blood pressure cuffs at University Hospital Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, and quantifies potential impacts of transitioning more fully to use of…
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May 2025
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A. Walters, S Hill, Clinical Procurement Specialists, M Still, Senior Matron IPC, N Gibbard, Matron
This report outlines considerations for a transition to reusable tray wrap in place of single use tray wrap for surgical sets. Potential financial, carbon and social impacts have been considered.This…
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May 2025
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Victoria Williams, Procurement Specialist, Krithea Baker - Recovery Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Irmak shared a compelling look into the development of an implantable artificial kidney, focusing on the design of membranes that integrate with the body's vascular system and support real-time…
Project completed as part of the Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust Green Team Competition 2024-25.Team members:Sriram Boppana, Junior Clinical Fellow, Emergency medicineRana Goadar, Junior…
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May 2025
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Sriram Boppana and Rana Goadar, Junior Clinical Fellows, Emergency medicine
Project completed as part of the Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust Green Team Competition 2024-25.Team members:Trena Lee (Ward Sister, Holcot Ward)Martin Baldwin (Catering Services…
