Reduce Waste, Save Money

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1. Sustainability initiative at Bon Secours Hospital's pathology lab aimed at reducing costs and environmental impact in the lab.

2. Achieved a 64% reduction in chemical waste.

3. Saved approximately €37,000 annually.

4. Improved health and safety conditions for staff.

5. Involved complete buy-in from the histology team.

6. Recommended practices include auditing and collaboration with other labs.

7. Adoption of a reagent management system streamlined operations.

8. Educated staff on proper waste disposal reduced clinical waste.