UK Hospitals Urged to Follow NYC’s Lead & Make Vegan Food the Norm By 1,200+ Health Experts

Over 1,200 health experts are calling on the UK's National Health Service to adopt a 'plant-based by default' approach in hospitals, following the success of a similar initiative in New York City's public hospitals. The campaign aims to normalize vegan meals in UK hospitals to lower costs, reduce emissions, and improve health outcomes. The letter, signed by various organizations including the UK Health Alliance on Climate Change, highlights the benefits of a plant-based diet in improving national health outcomes and addressing climate targets.

The letter points out that a 'plant-based by default' approach could save the NHS money, reduce carbon emissions, and improve health outcomes for patients. Despite some public hesitation, the campaign argues that promoting a vegan-first approach in NHS menus is crucial for the health service to achieve its net-zero emissions goal by 2045.