Opinion: Physicians Must Reduce Plastic Waste
Health care relies heavily on single-use plastics, creating massive waste. Discover how emergency physicians can switch to sustainable, safer alternatives.
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Opinion: Physicians Must Reduce Plastic Waste
Health care relies heavily on single-use plastics, creating massive waste. Discover how emergency physicians can switch to sustainable, safer alternatives. -
October 2025 News from the College
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Emergency Physicians Advocate Addressing Climate Change To Improve Public Health
Physician advocacy has been instrumental in reducing tobacco-related mortality, preventing ozone layer degradation, reducing sugar consumption in...
October 2025 News from the College
Click through to see the latest happenings at and news from the American College of Emergency Physicians.
Emergency Physicians Advocate Addressing Climate Change To Improve Public Health
Physician advocacy has been instrumental in reducing tobacco-related mortality, preventing ozone layer degradation, reducing sugar consumption in…
The Resurgence of Measles, Mumps, and Health Equity Challenges
The resurgence of measles and mumps reveals a health equity crisis. Emergency physicians can combat outbreaks by addressing vaccination gaps and misinformation.
Dr. Joe Sachs and “The Pitt” Redefine Public Health Education Through Storytelling
When a viewer sent a message saying they sought help for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after watching…
Dr. Joe Sachs and “The Pitt” Are Redefining Public Health Education Through Storytelling
When a viewer sent a message saying they sought help for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after watching…
Administering COVID-19 Vaccines in the Emergency Department
As an emergency physician, you can help increase the number of people who are vaccinated. On June…
The Next Emerging Infectious Disease May Already Be Lurking
Emerging infections and pandemics recur with distressing frequency, producing devastating public health, social, and economic consequences. Historically,…
COVID-19 for the Emergency Physicians: What You Need to Know
COVID-19, the disease caused by SARS-CoV-2, the novel coronavirus first reported in China on Dec. 31, 2019,…
E-bikes Show Distinct Pattern of Severe Injuries
E-bikes and electric scooters are becoming increasingly popular in the United States, but the powered bikes carry…