Study Data from Royal Orthopedic Hospital Update Understanding of Climate Change (Impact of Paper Consumption in Radiology Departments on Carbon Footprint and Climate Change: A Retrospective Analysis and Future Projections).

A study conducted at the Royal Orthopedic Hospital in Birmingham, United Kingdom, focused on the impact of paper consumption in radiology departments on carbon footprint and climate change. The research analyzed paper usage over the past three years and projected future trends until 2050, highlighting the significant contribution of paper usage to the department's carbon footprint. The study emphasized the importance of adopting digitalized systems for appointments, prescriptions, and patient records to reduce paper consumption and achieve sustainability goals. For more information, readers can refer to the Indian Journal of Radiology and Imaging. [Extracted from the article]