Midwives go green in bid to reduce waste footprint.

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    • Abstract:
      The article reports on the effectiveness of the "Green Maternity Intervention" program led by Western Health's Joan Kirner Women's and Children Hospital midwives in Victoria in reducing clinical waste and waste management costs. According to Professor Linda Sweet of Deaking University, waste disposal is a significant expense for healthcare organisations. Also cited are the potential waste contributors like improper disposal of items like gauze and dressing packs.