sustainability

Making radiotherapy greener: why taking a greener path matters

This article examines the environmental impact of radiotherapy and argues that sustainability must become an integral part of cancer care. The authors highlight that while radiotherapy is an effective, precise and cost-efficient treatment, it also contributes to healthcare-related carbon emissions at a time when the NHS is committed to achieving net zero targets. The article […]

Michael Wake

Michael Wake, Dr Rob Chuter

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust, Manchester

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Sustainability in healthcare: a duty and opportunity for NHS imaging professionals

The world faces urgent financial, environmental and social challenges. The traditional economic model is under strain from climate change, resource depletion and biodiversity loss, affecting millions worldwide. At the same time the NHS is now facing a major shake-up in structure. This pressing situation calls for a critical reassessment of the healthcare industry, which plays […]

Chris Taylor

Philips Healthcare and AXREM

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Implementing sustainable healthcare at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

In 2020, the NHS committed to achieving net zero by 2045, highlighting that not only does climate change contribute to poor health, but that tackling climate change is crucial in tackling health inequalities (Delivering a Net Zero National Health Service). Radiology has a fundamental role to play in reducing healthcare associated emissions, as radiology has […]

Dr Rebecca Burger; Professor Andrea Rockall

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust

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