Polypharmacy: Institutional approaches to Support Patients, Systems and the Climate
January 6, 2026
As polypharmacy continues to rise in Canada, its impact on patient care and health care systems becomes more significant. This article explores the consequences of polypharmacy, including increased patient risks, environmental footprint, financial strain and added workload for staff. It also highlights effective strategies for mitigating polypharmacy, such as deprescribing, non-pharmacological interventions, medication stewardship programs
The low carbon fruit tree for primary care
May 29, 2025
This narrative review discusses 19 initiatives that can be implemented into primary care practices to reduce GHG emissions and financial costs.
Climate-resilient acute care clinical operations: A framework that informs how operations within acute care build climate-resilient health systems
April 28, 2025
New framework guides climate-resilient acute care in Canada, with Alberta’s experience as a case study to support adaptation and continuous learning.
A kilo for a tonne: the unmet need to address underuse in health care in a climate crisis
April 1, 2025
Addressing underuse in health care is key to sustainability—early, high-value care can cut carbon emissions and improve outcomes for patients and the planet.
Journey of a pill
April 1, 2025
This study depicts the estimated journey of a clonazepam pill’s production and distribution, with the prescription being filled in Vancouver, BC.
The environmental elephant in the office: medications
April 1, 2025
Primary care plays an integral role in the creation of a low-carbon health system, and the environmental consequences involved in medications is a prime example.
Why can’t we die at home? Expanding home care could reduce the financial and environmental cost of dying in hospital
November 19, 2024
Where would you like to be when you die? Seven out of eight people in Canada would choose to pass away at home where they and their loved ones would be more comfortable. And yet 56 per cent of people in Canada actually die in hospitals. If dying at home could be made more feasible and well resourced,
Getting serious about sustainability in dentistry
October 23, 2024
This paper explores how dentists can mitigate environmental impact through advocacy and actions, both professionally and personally. Read Article Here
The end-of-life care, environment and health system ‘polycrisis’ needs a new approach
August 12, 2024
Canada faces a “polycrisis” of interconnected economic, environmental, and social challenges. Addressing these requires coordinated policies that consider overlapping risks. Read Article Here
Bringing forests to the city: 10 ways planting trees improves health in urban centres
July 21, 2024
The article highlights the numerous health and environmental benefits of planting trees in urban areas. Trees help improve air quality, reduce heat island effects, and provide mental health benefits by creating greener, more serene environments. Read Article Here