Last Thursday, September 26, the Choosing Wisely at Island Health Oversight Committee was honoured to join the Environmental Sustainability Program and participate in Island Health’s first-ever Climate Change & Planetary Health Conference.
The conference provided an opportunity to learn more about Island Health’s commitment to positive climate action and connect in person to share ideas. Planetary Health is a passion shared by many at Island Health and it aligns with our work to reduce unnecessary tests, treatments, and procedures, which ultimately benefits both patients and the planet.
Thanks to the support of Health System Redesign, 42 physicians registered for the nearly sold-out event. We are grateful to those who were able to join in the conversation for change!
Whether you joined us in Nanaimo at the conference, or are interested in learning more about how to Choose Wisely for Planetary Health, we invite you to join our 5 day challenge! Spend 5-10 minutes a day over 5 days (self-paced) to learn about how Island Health Chooses Wisely. Together we can explore the perspectives that matter the most to you; as a healthcare worker; as a patient or family member of a patient; or as a member of the community. Everyone who completes the challenge by October 18, 2024 will be automatically entered to win a prize.
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Click here to join the challenge and Choose Wisely for Planetary Health |
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Would you like to learn more about Choosing Wisely at Island Health? Visit our content on the Medical Staff Website to learn about how we are working together to reduce overuse. |
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Are you interested in learning more about Choosing Wisely Canada’s commitment to Climate Action? On May 15, 2024, Choosing Wisely Canada released over 40 climate conscious recommendations that span more than 20 specialties. Understanding the role that overuse plays in planetary health is an important step towards choosing wisely for the patient and the planet. |