WORM Webinar #3 – Strengthening medical waste management systems to reduce the environmental impact of humanitarian operations
Description
As part of Pamela Steele Associates contribution to the WORM’s primary objective, PSA conducted a study on medical waste management in humanitarian settings with an emphasis on field hospitals. They also evaluated existing disposal methods in regular hospitals to understand current waste management practices.
In this webinar hosted by the Reproductive Health Supplies Coalition, several experts will discuss the lessons learned from PSA’s research; the dangers of incinerating mixed waste products, including pharmaceuticals; the environmental and health impacts of improper waste disposal; and potential for the strengthening of relevant regulatory frameworks through harmonization. There will be ample time for questions and answers.
Date & Time
Tuesday, 17 September 2024, from 8:00am to 9:30am (EDT) [2:00pm-3:30pm CEST]
Speakers:
– Dr. Shadrack Opon: Director of Programmes, Pamela Steele Associates
– Arasha Vina: WASH Manager, Médecins Sans Frontières
– Fred Oluoch: County Director of Health, Public Health and Sanitation (Kisumu County)
– Stella Kamwasir: Regional Director of Environment – Nyanza, National Environment Management Authority – KE (NEMA)
Moderator:
– Pamela Steele: CEO & Founder, Pamela Steele Associates
45 participants attended the webinar!
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