1000 Flowers for the Planet - #68 Ask for a Metal Speculum
Ladies, let’s unite on this front. The metal
speculum has been replaced by a disposable plastic speculum in many surgeries
and hospitals. Perhaps the reason for this is money (as usual) because there is
an expense involved in sterilising the metal speculum after every use. Maybe
it’s considered more hygienic - I don't know. However, using a disposable plastic speculum
means a lot more stuff being added to landfill, stuff that doesn’t break down
for 1000 years. Has any research been done on the health impact of using
plastic internally?
Ladies, we need to say we’re not okay with
this practice. Next time you book your annual or biennial check-up (and I hope
you do!), request a metal speculum.
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