Unveiling the Symbiosis of Environmental Sustainability and Infection Control in Health Care Settings: A Systematic Review

Reem F. Alruwaili (), Nourah Alsadaan, Abeer Nuwayfi Alruwaili and Afrah Ghazi Alrumayh
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Reem F. Alruwaili: Department of Public Health Nursing, College of Nursing, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia
Nourah Alsadaan: Department of Nursing Administration and Education, College of Nursing, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia
Abeer Nuwayfi Alruwaili: Department of Nursing Administration and Education, College of Nursing, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia
Afrah Ghazi Alrumayh: Department of Maternity and Child Health Nursing, College of Nursing, Jouf University, Sakaka 72388, Saudi Arabia

Sustainability, 2023, vol. 15, issue 22, 1-16

Abstract: This systematic review explores the intricate relationship between environmental sustainability and infection control in healthcare. A comprehensive examination of twelve selected studies reveals key themes, including the pivotal role of leadership in motivating sustainable practices within healthcare facilities and the integration of sustainable design strategies for effective infection prevention and control. The review emphasizes the significance of strong leadership in driving a culture of environmental responsibility, fostering staff engagement, and ensuring the success of sustainability initiatives. Sustainable design strategies, such as energy-efficient building practices and eco-friendly materials, emerge as essential components of both environmental sustainability and infection control. By creating synergy between these objectives, healthcare facilities can simultaneously reduce their environmental footprint and enhance patient safety. This study underscores the importance of leadership commitment and sustainable design in shaping the future of healthcare toward a more environmentally responsible and infection-resistant paradigm.

Keywords: environmental sustainability; infection control; healthcare; leadership; sustainable design (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: O13 Q Q0 Q2 Q3 Q5 Q56 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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