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I'm contributing to an ERASMUS+ collaboration looking at how we increase awareness of the value the use of green prescribing to support patients living with cancer recover. There will be a state of…

The British Dietetic Association’s Kidney Dietitian Specialist Grouphas developed a brilliant resource:“Healthy Eating with CKD”– a practical, evidence-based guide designed especially for non-renal…

This guide draws together ideas generated from Sustainability Training targeted to Pharmacy colleagues in Greater Manchester, Summer 2024, with additional resources listed as they become available.…

Prescriptions form 60% of the NHS primary care’s carbon footprint. Overprescribing and polypharmacy are common, and worsen quality of care. Appropriate deprescribing is not harmful, can reduce falls,…

In a new report from the UK Health Alliance on Climate Change – Building a Climate-Resilient Health System in the UK – the health community calls on the UK and devolved governments to urgently put…

This study from Doncaster Renal Services evaluated reducing haemodialysis machine heat disinfection to once daily, instead of multiple cycles, to save energy and water. The team monitored infection…

This Leeds study focused on tackling food waste in renal services, recognising its environmental impact and financial burden. By reviewing catering systems and aligning meals more closely with patient…

Dear all,Thanks to those who were able to join us for the sharing practice session on talking to your team about sustainability. It was a great session with some really useful, practical…

This Bradford study targeted pharmaceutical waste in haemodialysis as a way to reduce both carbon emissions and costs. Through closer oversight of prescribing, stock control, and prioritisation of use…

This Leeds study evaluated switching haemodialysis acid concentrate from 1:34 to 1:44 dilution to reduce environmental impact. By using a more concentrated solution, each canister produced more…