Preserving Health, Preserving Earth (eBook)
303 Seiten
Springer Nature Switzerland (Verlag)
978-3-031-60545-1 (ISBN)
This book is a groundbreaking book that delves into the critical intersection of health care and sustainability. As the healthcare industry faces increasing scrutiny regarding its environmental impact, this comprehensive guide offers a roadmap for transforming healthcare systems into sustainable entities that prioritize the health of both individuals and the planet.
Drawing on a multidisciplinary approach, the book explores the environmental footprint of healthcare practices and infrastructure, shedding light on the resource consumption, waste generation, and pollution associated with the industry. It establishes the crucial link between environmental health and human health, emphasizing how a polluted environment can impact public health outcomes and the need to preserve natural resources for improved healthcare outcomes.
The book goes beyond merely highlighting the challenges; it presents practical strategies and actionable solutions for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders to navigate the path toward sustainability. It examines case studies and best practices from healthcare institutions that have successfully implemented sustainable initiatives, showcasing their approaches and lessons learned.
In addition to addressing the technical aspects, the book tackles the ethical and social considerations of sustainable health care. It emphasizes the importance of equity, social justice, and community engagement in promoting sustainability within healthcare delivery and decision-making processes.
This book is an indispensable resource for healthcare professionals, policymakers, researchers, and students seeking to integrate sustainability practices into their work. It serves as a guide for creating a greener and healthier future, highlighting the potential of sustainable health care to improve both environmental well-being and public health outcomes.
With its comprehensive coverage, insightful analysis, and practical recommendations, this book contributes to the global conversation on sustainable health care and provides a solid foundation for transforming the industry. It inspires readers to become catalysts for change, fostering a new era of health care that not only preserves health but also preserves the Earth for future generations.
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 10.6.2024 |
|---|---|
| Reihe/Serie | World Sustainability Series |
| Zusatzinfo | VIII, 303 p. 20 illus., 12 illus. in color. |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Themenwelt | Naturwissenschaften ► Geowissenschaften |
| Technik | |
| Wirtschaft ► Betriebswirtschaft / Management ► Unternehmensführung / Management | |
| Schlagworte | Energy Consumption • Environmental impact • Greenhouse Gas Emissions • healthcare industry • Public Health • Resource utilization • Sustainability practices • sustainable healthcare • waste management |
| ISBN-10 | 3-031-60545-4 / 3031605454 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-3-031-60545-1 / 9783031605451 |
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