Through this initiative, HCG supports the deployment of accurate and safer non-mercury alternatives
HealthCare Global Enterprises (HCG) has become a mercury-free hospital by eliminating mercury-based medical measuring devices to promote more stringent medical hygiene and eco-friendly practices. HCG phased out mercury-based instruments such as thermometers, sphygmomanometers, blood pressure monitoring devices, gastrointestinal devices and calibrators, containing mercury across all 26 centres in India.
Through this initiative, HCG supports the deployment of accurate and safer non-mercury alternatives. This will provide safe health care to patients, a safe work environment for healthcare workers and decreases the load on the environment, making the earth a safer place to live.
Raj Gore, CEO, Healthcare Global Enterprises said, “We are thrilled to announce that HCG is now a mercury-free facility. We have implemented a stringent policy across our hospitals prohibiting the use of mercury-based equipment. We see our endeavour as an opportunity to protect residents from mercury risks and improve the quality of life. By switching to digital technology, the hospital generates no mercury-based toxic waste. It is a positive move in the direction of a better environment. HCG is committed to preserving the environment, and by implementing this initiative across our network, we are reaffirming our resolve to contribute significantly to the goals and objectives of healthcare sustainability.”
