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"We need to be prepared" for climate change impacts in EDs
The collaborative release of a two-part report exploring the impact on climate change on EDs is the result of a partnership between ACEM and the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA).
New network champions sustainable emergency medicine and climate advocacy
“sEMCAN strongly supports actions that will see our healthcare systems shift to a more sustainable, cleaner future,” says FACEM Dr Simon Judkins writes about his membership involvement in the Sustainable Emergency Medicine and Advocacy Network.
Do no harm: Why climate change is a medical issue
Climate change is increasing emergency department presentations, writes Dr Lai Heng Foong as she calls on health professionals to urgently unite against this public health threat.