January 9, 2013
by MoreRecycling
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Clinical investigators report key findings and recommendations related to the closure and re-opening of hospitals impacted by black-water floods. The guidance builds on lessons learned from Thailand and the United States. The findings come as many floo… Continue reading
Share on FacebookApril 14, 2012
by Reduce
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On April 3, 11 of the world’s leading healthcare systems convened in Washington D.C. to discuss medical waste – a problem that produces four billion pounds of waste each year. As an industry, medicine trails just behind food in total waste generated. The Healthier Hospitals Initiative seeks to reduce the industry’s impact on the planet [...] Continue reading
Share on FacebookDecember 20, 2010
by Reduce
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Editor’s Note: This holiday season, Earth911.com chose inspiring charities for the Spotlight on Giving series. MedShare is one of the three charities that we will be highlighting through January.? The health care industry is one of the single most polluting industries in the country. According to Practice Green Health, American hospitals generate approximately 6,600 tons [...] Continue reading
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