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AbstractBackgroundStandard reverse osmosis systems for hemodialysis operate at 60–75% recovery rates, wasting 25–40% of feed water as brine. This inefficiency poses a critical challenge in…

heatwave resources for primary care, including heat health action cards adaptable for local use

AbstractBackgroundWater scarcity is an escalating global challenge with growing relevance for healthcare systems. Nephrology is particularly affected, as dialysis is a life-sustaining yet highly…

This blog summarises the evidence, suggests actions to take in general practice that can help save lives, reduce service demand, and protect staff and infrastructure during periods of extreme heat

This Heat-Health Alert (HHA) action card summarises the suggested actions that providers of health or social care should consider at each HHA level. This card is primarily intended for managers…

CSH Kidney Care Susnet May EventAbout the Speaker:Prof Raymond Vanholder – Professor Emeritus, Ghent UniversityDr. Vanholder has published more than 900 papers, including reviews and book chapters on…

AbstractIntroductionThe healthcare sector contributes over 4% of global greenhouse gas emissions. As healthcare systems pursue carbon reduction targets, sustainable innovations in clinical operations…

In Germany, rising heat-related mortality and hospital admissions are posing significant challenges to healthcare systems. Nurses working in inpatient care facilities are particularly vulnerable…

AbstractRationale & ObjectiveHemodialysis is the most common form of kidney replacement therapy and has a significant environmental footprint, raising sustainability concerns as demand increases. This…

AbstractBackgroundHaemodialysis (HD) has a significant environmental footprint due to its high resource consumption and waste generation. A key component is dialysate production, which typically…