1.Accelerating the development of healthy and climate-smart hospitals in the Southeast Asian Region
Marian Fe Theresa C. Lomboy-Capino ; Ramon D. San Pascual ; Vivien Fe F. Fadrilan-Camacho ; Rose Abigail E. Duarte ; Crystal Amiel M. Estrada ; Paul Michael R. Hernandez ; Gayline F. Manalang Jr. ; Romeo R. Quizon ; Adrian Paul M. Agravante ; May B. Bas ; Jhon Rey C. Bayatan ; Hilda Antonia A. Nique ; Chester C. Ramos ; Geneva Carla C. Sichico ; Victorio B. Molina
Philippine Journal of Health Research and Development 2024;28(2):67-71
The Sixth Environmental and Occupational Health Forum, conducted virtually on November 23 to 24, 2023, focused on "Accelerating
the Development of Healthy and climate-smart Hospitals in the Southeast Asian Region." This forum, a collaborative effort of the
University of the Philippines Manila and Health Care Without Harm Southeast Asia, aimed to explore and exchange strategies,
challenges, and innovative practices for integrating environmental sustainability in healthcare settings across Southeast Asia. The
event gathered healthcare professionals, policymakers, and environmental experts to discuss the transformation of hospitals into
health and climate-smart institutions. Keynote speakers from various countries presented case studies and research findings,
emphasizing the need for holistic approaches that include policy development, stakeholder engagement, and continuous education.
Significant outcomes highlighted were the identification of effective policies for sustainable hospitals, understanding the impact of
healthcare facilities on climate change, and the necessity for political acumen in promoting environmental stewardship in healthcare.
The forum concluded with a consensus on the critical need for ongoing collaboration and innovation in environmental and
occupational health, underscoring the importance of transforming healthcare facilities into entities that prioritize both patient care and
planetary health.
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