I would love hear ideas from others here on the forum. We all have a bit to contribute to the conversation
Mary Inman
POINTS TOTAL
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participant impact
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UP TO92minutesspent outdoors
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UP TO3.0ideasshared
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UP TO120minutesof additional sleep
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UP TO80minutesspent exercising
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UP TO60minutes spentlearning
Mary's actions
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Network for Change
I will make 1 new healthcare connections through direct outreach or by joining a green team or industry group to learn from my peers, share best practices, and see if there are opportunities for collaboration.
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Climate Change Impacts on Health
I will spend 15 minutes learning about the ways climate change impacts health.
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Sustainable Healthcare
I will attend or watch a recording of a webinar 15 minutes long covering one or more healthcare sustainability issues.
Health & Well-being
Healthy Sleep
I will commit to getting 60 more minute(s) of sleep each night to achieve at least 7 hours per night.
At Work
Prevent Recycling Contamination
Contamination prevents what is recyclable from being recycled. I will spend 10 minutes learning about which items are recyclable both at my workplace and at home since they may be different, and recycle only those items.
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Environmental Footprint of Healthcare
I will spend 15 minutes learning about the environmental footprint of the healthcare industry, how it impacts health, and ways I can help reduce it.
Health & Well-being
Do Nature Activities
I will engage in nature-based activities alone, or with my friends or family, for 45 minute(s) each day. (This can be anything from going on a walk or hike, to noticing the leaves changing color, to reading a book with nature themes.)
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Creative Solutions
I will share one idea for making my organization more sustainable on our team's feed.
In Our Communities
Advocate for Green Spaces
I will call or write 1 public officials to advocate for more green spaces around my town, particularly in neighborhoods that currently lack equitable access to green spaces.
At Work
Report a Leak
I will prevent water from being wasted by reporting one or more leaky faucets, toilets, or other water leaks to my organization's facilities team for repair.
Health & Well-being
Exercise Daily
Exercise is a great stress blaster! I will exercise for 30 minute(s) each day.
Health & Well-being
Go Get a Check Up
I will make 1 appointments to support my health and well-being (primary care provider, dental, vision, etc.)
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Judicious use of disinfectants
I will only use disinfectants where recommended and required by my organization's Infection Prevention and Control department.
Participant Feed
Reflection, encouragement, and relationship building are all important aspects of getting a new habit to stick.
Share thoughts, encourage others, and reinforce positive new habits on the Feed.
To get started, share “your why.” Why did you join the challenge and choose the actions you did?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONOne Healthcare Creative SolutionsHow does sharing your ideas make you feel? What are the potential benefits of getting ideas from employees in different functional areas?
Mary Inman 4/10/2024 10:17 AMI hope that sharing my ideas will be a benefit to others and to the earth.
I would love hear ideas from others here on the forum. We all have a bit to contribute to the conversation -
REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & Well-being Do Nature ActivitiesWhat did you observe while spending time outside -- through sight, sound, smell and/or touch? How did you feel after spending time outdoors?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONHealth & Well-being Exercise DailyHow can you incorporate other personal values (like quality time with friends or spending time in nature) into your exercise routine?
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REFLECTION QUESTIONOne Healthcare Environmental Footprint of HealthcareWhat surprised you most about the healthcare industry's impact on climate and health? What is one action you can take to make a positive impact?
Mary Inman 4/10/2024 10:13 AMI am not surprised that the healthcare industry is impacting the environment. I have said it for years.
I am encouraging others to make small changes to their daily routine in the clinic, like turning off lights, using only as many cleaning wipes as needed for the task. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONAt Work Prevent Recycling ContaminationWhat have you learned about what is accepted by local haulers for recycling, what you can drop off or ship to certain places, and what is not recyclable in your area? What is the most difficult part of recycling for you?
Mary Inman 4/10/2024 10:10 AMI must be more vigilant about what I put in the recycle bin- pizza boxes!
I often throw glass in there, too, even though my area doesn't offer glass recycling and I think they should. -
Mary Inman 4/02/2024 9:53 AMjust beginning. hopefully my team will show up for the challenge and make the world cleaner and more beautiful. -
REFLECTION QUESTIONOne Healthcare Judicious use of disinfectantsConsider how you use disinfectants and antimicrobials throughout your day. Are there opportunities to reduce usage while adhering to infection prevent and control protocols, and maintaining cleanliness standards?
Mary Inman 4/02/2024 9:51 AMin the wound center we use disinfectant wipes. we can make sure to only use the amount necessary for the job, instead of pulling a handful of wipes at a time.