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Continued collaboration for green hospitals in India

NCSH is proud to be part of the ICAIM 2024 "Leveraging Information Technology for Sustainability in Agriculture and Healthcare – Women Empowerment", taking place in Mumbai on February 10th–11th. In a joint effort together with Mamta Health Institute for Mother and Child, one of the focus areas will be how green hospitals transformation can improve women's access to maternal health services in India.

About ICAIM 2024

In an intensely connected world, where information is barely a click away, the importance of ignorance being a bliss has no standing. With an ocean of information, ideally the world should be empowered enough to have nil existence of any sort of negativity. However, the facts are different. Today every individual needs support to prove their existence. Every individual needs Empowerment.

Empowerment is the level of independence bestowed on an individual or community which enables them to exhibit their interests and become stronger and confident to take charge of their rights freely and responsibly. An empowered nation is a representation of empowered individuals in that nation.

The global statistics claims that the ratio of men to women is literally 1:1. However, this ratio does not reflect the empowerment aspect. Even today women are considered unequal to men. Whether it is job front or the home front, women are deprived. There is evident need for improvement in social, political, health, financial and educational status of women. There is need for Women Empowerment.

Women are an integral part of every domain, including healthcare and agriculture. There are several women who have made history in general and in healthcare and agriculture domains in specific. Yet, there are cases where large population of women and children are deprived of basic nutritional and health facilities.

It is time that Women should be given equal status and empowered to build nations that converge into a world filled with positivity and prosperity.

Information Technology (IT) will play a pivotal role to empower women. ICAIM 2024 focuses on the leverage of IT for empowering Women across every stratum.

Our International Projects Coordinator, Diego Angelino, will be taking a seat in a panel discussion at the 2nd Future of Ukraine Summit in Stockholm, February 15th.

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The topic of the panel discussion is "Healthcare innovation: Collaborating with startups to advance patient care and treatment", aiming to contribute to the development of a resilient and sustainable healthcare sector as well as to foster the possibility for business development of Ukranian startups. What are the obstacles, but more importantly the way forward, for the startups when finding the costumer in the Swedish ecosystem? The discussion will be centred around:

• The presentation explores Sweden's aspiration to take the lead in utilizing digital technology to enhance healthcare and how the adoption of digital tools such as video consultations, e-prescriptions, and AI-driven services can help us to get there.
• Gain insights into the startup ecosystem from both public and private perspectives, including how large companies scout startups to get inspired by.

The summit

'The Future of Ukraine' is a two-day summit where stakeholders gather to discuss ideas of Ukraine's economic rebound.

Date: 15–16 February 2024
Location: CONVENDUM Fleminggatan 18, 112 26 Stockholm, Sweden

In 2019, the local association of Doctors for the environment formed in Skåne, Sweden – today, we are happy to welcome them as a new member in the NCSH network!

"Läkare för miljön Skåne (Doctors for the environment Skåne) is a part of the national organization defending our environment both locally and globally to prevent illness, ensure the necessary conditions for health and improve quality of life. The healthcare sector itself stands for a significant impact on the climate, making a just transition our priority to align with our oath as doctors to 'first do no harm'.

With our work we want to stimulate greater awareness for health questions in the climate debate and educate health care workers to take responsibility and step up their game. As the Lancet countdown just stated again in their annual report 'climate change is the greatest global health threat facing the world in the 21st century, but it is also the greatest opportunity to redefine the social and environmental determinants of health'. In 2015, countries committed to limit global warming to 'well below 2 degrees Celsius' as part of the landmark Paris Agreement. We have a long way to go to reach this goal.

Please join us in this shared mission and feel free to reach out for questions or cooperation."

Find contact details and more information via Skåne (Läkare för Miljön):

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You can now watch the recording of the webinar "Bridging Britain and Sweden: Concrete Synergies for Energy and Climate-Smart Healthcare" from January 24th on NCSH's Youtube channel.

Together with the speakers, we explore British and Swedish particular needs and cutting-edge solutions in the realm of energy and climate-smart healthcare.

Watch it here

Webinar highlights:

• Needs and challenges: Discover current challenges faced by the healthcare sector in Britain – as well as from a Swedish perspective – on the country's journey toward sustainable healthcare. Gain insights into the needs in the domains of energy and climate-smart healthcare.
• Solutions from Sweden: Hear from leading companies based in Sweden as they present innovative and practical solutions tailored to the needs of healthcare institutions. Learn how these solutions can be implemented to enhance sustainability.
• Collaborative opportunities: Explore the possibilities for collaboration between healthcare providers and solution providers, and learn from success stories. Identify synergies that can drive the transition to energy-efficient and climate-smart healthcare in both countries.

Content

(Moderator) Diego Angelino, International Project Coordinator | Nordic Center for Sustainable Healthcare

Presenting a Nordic-British Strategic Partnership
Daniel Eriksson, CEO and Founder | Nordic Center for Sustainable Healthcare
Rachel Stancliffe, CEO and Founder | Centre for Sustainable Healthcare

Rethinking the Operating Theatre
Dr Anne Symons, Senior Research Fellow in Healthcare Design and Healthcare Architect | UCL (University College London)
Prof. Ian Eames, Professor of Fluid Mechanics | UCL (University College London)

Hospitals as Energy-Plus Buildings – From a Swedish Perspective
Anna Vesterberg, Unit Manager Technical Development | Regionfastigheter, Region Skåne

Engineering's Role in a More Sustainable Healthcare System – How Engineering Innovations Can Contribute to the Sector's Needs
Dr Helen Meese CEng, Chair Biomedical Engineering Division | Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
Dr Laura Kent, Public Affairs and Policy Advisor | Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)

Optimising Hospitals' HVACR Systems – Enhances Efficiency, Saves lives, Reduces Costs, and Improves Sustainability
Niklas Berglöf, Head of Sales and Marketing | ClimaCheck

Better Operating Theatre Air Quality & Comfort – Less Energy
Peter Ljubetic, International Sales Director | Avidicare

Ecosystem Exchange: Life Sciences – A Sustainability Focused Business Exchange Within the UK Medical and Pharmaceutical Industry
Anna Crona, Head of Business Services | The Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK

The webinar is part of the project Platform for Internationalisation: Energy and Climate-Smart Healthcare, funded by the Swedish Energy Agency.

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What role can engineers play in supporting the national and global transition to sustainable healthcare? 

Exploring this matter is our new member and international partner from Britain: Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).

"The Institution of Mechanical Engineers is a leading international engineering membership organisation with over 115,000 members in 140 countries.

Our mission is 'to improve the world through engineering' and we provide the opportunity for our members and the wider engineering community to meet, exchange ideas and innovate.

We develop and support engineers to develop their skills throughout their careers so they be at their best for a more inclusive and sustainable world. We look to maximise the positive impact engineers have on society through publicising their work, informing public opinion and influencing policy."

Find more details about IMechE's work on their website:

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This week, we have the pleasure of welcoming yet another member to NCSH: Mediplast

We let them introduce themselves to the network hereunder:

"Mediplast, a part of Addlife group, is a supplier of medical technology products, with the Nordic region as our main market. As a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality products from well-known suppliers, we have developed an extensive portfolio to meet a variety of market needs. We strive to spearhead industry innovation, keeping a finger on the pulse of technological developments and emerging trends.

Mediplast is certified in accordance with ISO 13485 and ISO 14001. Everything we do has sustainability at its core. We recognise the importance of operational consciousness and our role in ensuring the long-term viability of our planet and its resources. Not only do we embrace key ESG principles, including sound governance practices, compliant behaviour and the mindful use of resources, but we also work hard to deliver positive social impacts, maintaining strong relationships with our employees, customers and communities."

Want to know more about Mediplast? Visit their website:

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Sahlgrenska University Hospital (Region Västra Götaland) is joining the NCSH network!

Based in Gothenburg, Sahlgrenska University Hospital is one of the largest hospitals in Northern Europe. The hospital describes their extensive organisation below:

"Sahlgrenska University Hospital has approximately 17,000 employees and about 65,000 operations are performed annually. Our operations, Orthopedic Technology and Sterile Technology are part of Sahlgrenska with around 140 employees. These are divided into one Orthopedic Technology and three Sterile Technology units. Orthopedic technology serves the hospital's patients and the whole of Gothenburg with orthopedic aids such as corsets, leg / arm prostheses and foot insoles and has approximately 11,000 patient visits annually. Sterilteknik has three Sterilization Centers, one for each hospital area (Sahlgrenska, Mölndal and Östra) where we each year wash, check and sterilize around 150,000 grids and specially packaged instruments that are used during surgery and reception visits within the hospital.

The environmental work within our units follows the guidelines developed by the Sahlgrenska University Hospital and we focus on machine processes, chemicals as well as the work that the staff do on a daily basis to minimize the environmental impact. The three Sterile Centers are relatively rebuilt or newly built and have been optimized with regard to electricity and water consumption through automated lighting and annual validations of the machinery.

The hot water from the dish-disinfectors has been reused for general heating since six months ago, meaning it contributes positively to the hospital's total environmental footprint.

During the autumn 2023, we have increased instrument handling at the Sterile Centers. The reason is a change in progress within the entire University Hospital to phase out disposable instruments, including round bowls, scissors and forceps that are used for small interventions in care wards and receptions.

To promote responsible waste management, our operations have implemented the recycling and waste sorting programs available at Sahlgrenska University Hospital. These efforts not only reduce waste to landfill but also conserve natural resources by promoting recycling.

The employees in Orthopedic Technology work in different receptions and use the unit's electric bicycles for their daily transport between the three hospitals (Sahlgrenska, Mölndals and Östra)."

Learn more about our newest member by visiting their website:

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Join us for a conversation to explore British and Swedish particular needs and cutting-edge solutions in the realm of energy and climate-smart healthcare.

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Exclusive for hospitals / other healthcare facilities, public sector participants, and NCSH members.

Date: 24 January 2024
Time: 14.00–15.45 CET
Location: Online (Zoom)

Webinar highlights:

• Needs and challenges: Discover current challenges faced by the healthcare sector in Britain – as well as from a Swedish perspective – on the country's journey toward sustainable healthcare. Gain insights into the needs in the domains of energy and climate-smart healthcare.
• Solutions from Sweden: Hear from leading companies based in Sweden as they present innovative and practical solutions tailored to the needs of healthcare institutions. Learn how these solutions can be implemented to enhance sustainability.
• Collaborative opportunities: Explore the possibilities for collaboration between healthcare providers and solution providers, and learn from success stories. Identify synergies that can drive the transition to energy-efficient and climate-smart healthcare in both countries.

Why collaborate?
Today, both Britain and Sweden are working actively on boosting greener healthcare practices and systems, and there are many opportunities for joint approaches when it comes to energy and climate-smart innovations. We welcome stakeholders with interest, expertise and solutions in the area to share your knowledge and get inspired.

Agenda

Updated continuously.

This event is part of the project Platform for Internationalisation: Energy and Climate-Smart Healthcare, funded by the Swedish Energy Agency.

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We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

What a rewarding 2023 we have had together – members, customers and partners. We are already looking forward to what 2024 has in store, and hope that you will continue to join us on this journey across borders. Sustainable healthcare is in no doubt a network effort!

Have a look in our calendar and register to the upcoming events of the new year:

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It is a pleasure to announce that we are formalising our long collaboration with SNKOZ – the Association of Non-Medical Health Care Personnel – as they now become a member in the NCSH network. Read about SNKOZ's work below:

"The Association of Non-Medical Health Care Personnel was established in Chorzów in 2011.

The founding meeting was attended by 23 representatives of medical facilities from all over Poland.

With that, the only organization in the country which aims to consolidate the communities of managers of non-medical departments of treatment facilities – building a new quality and a new image of health care services – was created. The aim of the Association is to conduct socially useful activities in the field of health protection and promotion, activities that support the development of technology, invention and innovation, as well as the dissemination and implementation of new technical, management and organizational solutions in economic practice, as well as in ecology.

The assumptions of our Association further include creating conditions for education and improving the qualifications of non-medical staff. There is also an urgent need, according to the founders, to improve the efficiency as well as the organizational and financial savings of medical facilities.

The Association of Non-Medical Health Care Personnel cooperates closely with the "National Medical Review". The result of the cooperation is the Modern Technical Division Congress, organized once a year. This meeting is addressed to directors of technical departments in hospitals, managers of operational departments and managers of medical equipment departments.

In 2016, the Congress was organized under the slogan: Directions for improving the functioning of health care units: computerization and energy efficiency."

Find more details about SNKOZ on their website:

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