Summary:
«The Digital Health in a Circular Economy (DiCE) project, led by Janssen Pharmaceutica NV, aims to address the issue of increasing digital health waste.»
«The DiCE collaboration involves 20 organisations from nine countries, representing the manufacturing industry, research, and recycling sectors. The project commenced on 1st October and will conclude in September 2026.»
«The project continues that devices such as smart pill boxes, electronic blood collection devices, wearable monitors, and intelligent labels are increasingly being used to improve healthcare efficiency and conditions for patients, but these devices present an expanding e-waste challenge.»
Article written by Circular
12|10|2022
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Circular