Whenever possible, prefer regional anaesthesia over general anaesthesia. Prescribe and administer only drugs that are truly useful and necessary; prefer oral administration whenever possible. Limit the advance preparation of medications to what is strictly necessary, giving preference to preparation at the time of administration; whenever possible, use prefilled syringes and ensure proper disposal of drugs. Prefer biodegradable or recyclable and more economical products for drug sheets and trays. Use sterile materials only when indicated, avoiding unnecessary use; alcohol-based hand disinfectants are equally effective and more sustainable. Finally, promote responsible waste management, reduce water consumption and turn off lights, computers and ultrasonic machines at the end of the day: simple actions that support peer education and collective efforts to reduce waste.

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