SCCM Resource Library-Thought Leader: The Intersection of Climate Change and Critical Care: Opportunities and Advocacy

Thought Leader: The Intersection of Climate Change and Critical Care: Opportunities and Advocacy

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In this video, Dr. Matt Strickland discusses the importance of addressing climate change and its impact on healthcare. He acknowledges that as a healthcare professional, he too has financial ties to industries that contribute to climate change. Dr. Strickland expresses his concerns for the future, particularly for his children, and emphasizes the need for hope and political action. He then explores ways in which intensive care units (ICUs) can contribute to climate change mitigation. He highlights the use of clean electricity and reducing greenhouse gas emissions in ICUs. He also discusses the environmental impact of medications, particularly anesthetic gases, and the need for hospitals to advocate for clean energy sources. Dr. Strickland suggests reducing the use of single-use plastics in healthcare and emphasizes the importance of finding like-minded individuals and establishing committees within hospitals to address climate-related issues. He also discusses the need for preparedness in ICUs to deal with climate-related disasters such as floods, wildfires, and the emergence of new infectious diseases. Dr. Strickland concludes by emphasizing the importance of community and collective action in addressing climate change and urges ICU professionals to use their skills to contribute to the fight against climate change.

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Crisis Management, 2023

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Type: thought leader | Thought Leader: The Intersection of Climate Change and Critical Care: Opportunities and Advocacy (SessionID 9990002)

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Content Type Presentation

Knowledge Area Crisis Management

Membership Level Professional

Membership Level Select

Tag Emergency Preparedness

Year 2023

Keywords

climate change

healthcare

intensive care units

clean electricity

medications

anesthetic gases

preparedness

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