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Summarizing green practices in U.S. hospitals.

Sherryl W Johnson1

  • 1Healthcare management, College of Business, Albany State University, Albany, Georgia, USA.

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|September 1, 2010
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

This study compiles green policies and procedures for hospitals. It highlights case studies and survey data to support environmental initiatives in healthcare.

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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Science
  • Healthcare Management

Background:

  • Growing emphasis on sustainability in healthcare.
  • Limited documentation of existing hospital green initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compile green policies and procedures for hospitals.
  • To provide a resource for healthcare facilities considering environmental practices.

Main Methods:

  • Internet search for hospitals with green policies.
  • Inclusion of Practice Greenhealth survey data.
  • Highlighting approximately 10 case study hospitals and collaborative initiatives.

Main Results:

  • Compilation of diverse green policies and procedures.
  • Identification of collaborative environmental and patient initiatives.
  • Survey data indicating progress in hospital sustainability efforts.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides a valuable resource for hospitals implementing green practices.
  • Case studies and survey data demonstrate advancements in healthcare sustainability.