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Climate change impacts health and causes disparities. Surgeons can reduce surgical care emissions and advocate for sustainability to address this public health crisis.

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Area of Science:

  • Environmental Health
  • Public Health
  • Surgical Care

Background:

  • Climate change poses a significant public health threat, influencing disease patterns, health outcomes, and healthcare access.
  • Air pollution and climate change are increasingly recognized as social determinants of health, particularly impacting otolaryngology patients.
  • Surgical care contributes to healthcare emissions, necessitating a focus on sustainability within the operating room.

Approach:

  • This review synthesitsizes current research on the health impacts of climate change, with a focus on otolaryngology.
  • It examines the carbon footprint of surgical services and explores mitigation and adaptation strategies for surgeons.
  • The review highlights opportunities for healthcare providers to implement sustainability initiatives and advocate for climate solutions.

Key Points:

  • Climate change directly and indirectly affects health, including otolaryngologic conditions.
  • Health disparities are exacerbated by the impacts of climate change.
  • Sustainability initiatives in healthcare can lead to cost reductions and clinical benefits.
  • Otolaryngologists have a crucial role in addressing the climate crisis through mitigation and adaptation.

Conclusions:

  • Climate change and air pollution are critical factors influencing disease burden in otolaryngology.
  • Surgeons can champion climate action by adopting sustainable practices in surgical settings.
  • Engaging in research and advocacy is essential for otolaryngologists to lead on climate change mitigation and adaptation.