The US healthcare sector would rank seventh in terms of greenhouse gas emissions if it were a country. How is it that those who are meant to be saving lives are actually making our planet sick? We delve into the dark side of healthcare - its contribution to climate change - and what can be done moving forward.

Produced by: Tee Shiao Eek

Presented by: Tee Shiao Eek, Tina Carmillia and Sharmilla Ganesan

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Categories:  Environment,  Science,  Health Policy,  Diseases and Conditions,  Mental Health,  Healthy Living,  Fitness,  Social Issues

Tags:  hospitals,  fossil fuels,  health emergency,  sustainability,  carbon footprint,  medical waste,  Healthcare Without Harm,  Daily Digest,  Bigger Picture,