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Plastics in medicine

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What you’ll do

Hear historian Dr Simon Werrett discuss the thorny issue of disposable plastic used in today’s medical practice. From blood bags to aprons, the rise has continued unchecked, but can we do anything to reverse this trend? Drawing from earlier examples of home remedies and ‘thrifty’ medicine, we ask if lessons can be learned from history. There will be an opportunity for you to ask questions after the talk.

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Location

We’ll be in the Viewing Room. It’s next to the Library entrance on level 2, which you can reach by taking the lift or the stairs.

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About your speaker

Dr Simon Werrett

Simon Werrett is a Senior Lecturer at University College London in the Department of Science and Technology Studies. His current research explores the history of recycling in science and medicine.