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When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, the government distributed over 11 billion items of PPE to health and social care services in England, compared to just over 2.4 billion in 2019. However, the surge in demand for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) has led to a sharp increase in waste. With public awareness of environmental issues growing, it is time for manufacturers to embrace sustainability. Fortunately, there is a solution.
In this article, George I’ons discusses how makers of single-use medical devices can cut down on their environmental footprint while still keeping high standards and financial feasibility. Turn to page 18 for the complete article.