
Degrowing Healthcare | Martin Hensher
Planet: Critical
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Healthcare Spending and Environmental Sustainability
This chapter examines the disparities in healthcare spending across various nations and the correlation between investment in health infrastructure and health outcomes. It addresses the complex relationship between healthcare practices and environmental sustainability, highlighting issues such as pharmaceutical pollution and the rising challenge of antimicrobial resistance. The discussion ultimately emphasizes the need for reevaluating healthcare access and the potential trade-offs involved in maintaining ecological balance while ensuring effective medical care.
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