CSMLS Endorsement of Partner’s Recommendations

CSMLS is proud participant in in the CWC climate change imitative, united in the fight against the effects of climate change. We recognize that climate change poses a significant threat to public health, and we are committed to taking proactive steps to mitigate its impact. Many of our partner organizations have developed valuable recommendations that outline strategies for healthcare systems to reduce their environmental footprint and promote sustainability. We feel it is of vital interest to promote those recommendations, especially those recommendations that would be applicable to the medical laboratory profession.

We fully endorse the following recommendations and encourage all our members to familiarize themselves with them, as they provide important guidance on how we can collectively contribute to a healthier, more sustainable future.¹

• Don’t dispose of non-contaminated wrapping materials in contaminated waste bins (biohazard).
• Don’t use disposable gloves when standard hand hygiene disinfection practices are safe and sufficient.
• Don’t pour any hazardous chemicals or reagents down sinks, toilets, or drains or dispose of in the trash. ²
• Don’t use single-use/disposable items when a reusable option is available and less resource intensive.
• Don’t repetitively order daily blood tests on hospitalized patients if it will not change management.

1. Choosing Wisely & Climate Action (2025 April 4) Critical Care. Choosing Wisely Canada. https://choosingwiselycanada.org/climate/

2. Note that our endorsement is slightly modified from the original.

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