Donna Mae Ocmeja

Sep 3, 2024 | thediplomat.com | Michelle Reyes |Donna Mae Ocmeja

The global attention on plastic pollution largely centers around plastics used in consumer products, such as packaging and single-use wrappers. However, the contribution of the healthcare sector,  a pillar of life-saving services, cannot be understated in this crisis. Asia’s health sector relies heavily on single-use plastics, which are used in disposable syringes, IV bags, personal protective equipment, and packaging materials.