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This Canadian article differentiates between 'ecological' and ‘environmental’ determinants of health. It proposes more attention to ecosystems as foundational to human health and recognizes climate…
Perspective paper arguing for use of sterile water in endoscopic procedures and outlines justification for this in relation to sustainable use of resources.
Planetary health and primary care: what’s the emergency?
Terry Kemple
British Journal of General Practice 2019; 69 (688): 536-537. DOI: https://doi.org/10.3399/bjgp19X706145
"In 30…
Health Care’s Climate Footprint: How the Health Sector Contributes to the Global Climate Crisis and Opportunities for Action.
This report co-produced by Health Care Without Harm and Arup is useful…
Resources on climate change and health have been developed by the Faculty of Public Health Sustainable Development Special Interest Group. Although intended primarily for Public Health Trainees, they…
Key learning point
"We advocate that every renal unit both in the United Kingdom and throughout Europe considers salvaging reject water as it offers a major opportunity to reduce not only the…
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Connor, A., Milne, S., Owen, A., Boyle, G., Mortimer, F., & Stevens, P.
Project completed as part of the 2019 Royal Devon & Exeter Green Ward Competition. The project was compeletd by the estates team and was the competition winner.
The team aimed to reduce the number…
Practice Greenhealth is an American organisation working to promote sustainable, eco-friendly practices in healthcare https://practicegreenhealth.org/initiatives/greening-operating-room. This tool can…