Addressing the environmental impact of healthcare is a vital step to combat the climate crisis

Addressing the environmental impact of healthcare is a vital step to combat the climate crisis Daniel G. Rainham and Sean D. Christie from Dalhousie University and Nova Scotia Health discuss the key areas where efforts should be directed to reduce the environmental impact of healthcare. The climate crisis presents a monumental challenge for global health systems, which paradoxically are significant contributors to environmental degradation. The transition to low-carbon healthcare, often called green or sustainable care, is imperative for mitigating the sector’s environmental impact while preserving planetary health and human wellbeing.