[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”!!! PLEASE DO NOT EDIT !!!” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”!!! PLEASE DO NOT EDIT !!!” _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.19.5″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”TO BE EDITED – SUMMARY – Click on the WHEEL icon to open the textarea where you can paste or type your summary. The summary condenses the main points for the news that starts below. The summary is in bold and not longer than 300 characters, including spaces. The counter at the bottom can help.” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||20px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
As the healthcare sector emerges as a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, health economics offers a pathway to sustainable, climate-resilient healthcare. Through evidence-based strategies, the sector can reduce its environmental footprint while maintaining high-quality care.<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”TO BE EDITED – TEXT OF THE NEWS – BLOCK 1 – Click on the WHEEL icon to open the textarea where you can paste or type your news. PLEASE USE ONLY THE FEATURED IMAGE FUNCTION on your right column to add the image.” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||1em||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n The intersection of healthcare and environmental impact is gaining attention as the sector confronts its substantial role in climate change. If considered a country, global healthcare would rank as the fifth largest emitter of greenhouse gases, primarily due to energy consumption, transportation, and the lifecycle of medical products. For instance, the UK\u2019s National Health Service (NHS) alone is responsible for approximately 4% of the country’s total emissions, with pharmaceuticals contributing significantly to its carbon footprint.<\/p>\n Addressing this issue requires a systemic overhaul of how healthcare is delivered, focusing on sustainability without compromising quality. Health economics is emerging as a crucial discipline in this transformation, offering tools to optimise resource allocation, evaluate cost-effectiveness, and ensure equitable access to care. By identifying inefficiencies and promoting preventive measures, health economics can reduce the sector’s environmental impact and enhance patient outcomes.<\/p>\n