A Webinar on Planetary Health: Understanding and Contributing to a Sustainable Oncology Pharmacy Practice
In this informative one hour session, Shellyza and Gigi discussed the concept of planetary health and its relevance to pharmacists. Planetary health encompasses the interconnections between human health and the health of our planet's ecosystems. As pharmacists, it is essential to grasp the impact of our actions on environmental sustainability and the well-being of future generations.
They explored the key aspects of planetary health, including the environmental impacts of chemotherapy medications and climate emissions by pharmacy practices. Moreover, they outlined practical steps that pharmacists can take to support sustainable practices in their daily operations, from waste reduction to extreme heat management.
Participants gained an understanding how planetary health intersects with pharmacy practice and discovered how pharmacists can play a vital role in preserving the health of our planet.
Learning Objectives
By the end of the webinar (60 minutes), participants have learnt about:
Session 1:
- How oncology pharmacy professionals can reduce climate emissions within pharmacy practice
- How oncology pharmacy professionals can adapt pharmacy services to climate hazards
- Explaining how heat can affect the management and stability of oncology medications
Session 2:
- How pharmaceuticals enter the environment - examples
- An example of non-target organisms (wildlife) negatively impacted by chemotherapy use
- Discussing the environmental classification of pharmaceuticals
- Understanding the precautionary principle
