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GreeningSLT - a Case Study on Domiciliary Laryngectomy Care

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13 Oct 2023
by
Susie Martin
As a network, we're constantly on the look out for case studies, ideas and research which exemplifies how we can make sustainability, in terms of environmental, social and financial sustainability, a…
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SLTSusnet 27/09/23 Meeting Notes

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30 Sep 2023
by
Talie Smith
We had 8 Attendees at our event this month all SLT’s from a variety of areas: Paediatric SLT, Adult Acute, Adult progressive Neuro, Student SLT’s, retired SLT, ALD and Autism diagnostics. Focus…
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Week 5 : Reducing Venepuncture

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18 Aug 2023
by
Frances Balmer
Week 5 and we're focusing on venepuncture & blood tests. We can make a significant impact by reducing unnecessary procedures. You can see how the #GreenED framework addresses this in full at…
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Sustainability Fellows in ED

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9 Aug 2023
by
Joanna Childs
Hi! I've just started in a new role as Sustainability Fellow in EM. Just thought I'd write a message on here to introduce myself to this group and see if there are any other new sustainability fellows…
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Week 4 : Paper use

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5 Aug 2023
by
Frances Balmer
Week 4 and we're focusing on paper use in the ED. Despite the fact the NHS is undergoing a digital transformation, we still use huge volumes of paper in ED. 3 actions on the GreenED framework…
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Week 3 : PPE

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28 Jul 2023
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Frances Balmer
Week 3 and we're focusing on PPE. PPE can be life-saving when used correctly, but used unnecessary use carries a huge environmental and financial cost. Two actions on the GreenED framework address…
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Week 2 : Nitrous in the ED

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19 Jul 2023
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Frances Balmer
For Week 2 of the "Team Up with Green ED" campaign, we're focusing on nitrous oxide use in the ED. Nitrous has a huge global warming potential, nearly 300x that of CO2. This joint…
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United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals

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18 Jul 2023
by
Saoirse Killingley
Hello everyone, My name is Saoirse and I am a new member of the Speech & Language Therapy Sustainability Network. I have just graduated from Manchester Metropolitan University and hope to join you…
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RCEMLearning Blog - Top Ten Tips For Turning your ED Green

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12 Jul 2023
by
Frances Balmer
Some great ideas on how to start turning your ED green in this @RCEMLearning blog by RCEM Environmental Specialist Interest Group (ESIG) member Dr Helen Wilkins, reflecting on her experiences on…
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RCSLT Professional Development Framework 2023

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11 Jul 2023
by
Susie Martin
I've just attended an RCSLT webinar about the new SLT professional development framework an thought i'd share some bits from it. This framework contains five core components. One of these core…