Emergency Live

MAY 2, 2024

An innovation in the medical field that transforms emergency response and healthcare When we think of ambulances, the classic van-shaped vehicle typically comes to mind. However, there’s one much larger, the size of a bus. It’s the world’s largest ambulance, a groundbreaking project in the field of emergency healthcare, developed and deployed by the Dubai […] The post In Dubai, one of the world's largest ambulances appeared first on Emergency Live.

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EM Ottawa

MAY 2, 2024

In the pursuit of holistic health and wellness, individuals often turn to naturopathy as a beacon of alternative medicine, seeking relief and healing outside the realm of conventional treatments. Yet, amidst the allure of natural remedies and lifestyle adjustments, there is a concerning degree of possible iatrogenic harm. This post seeks to address the use […] The post Tonics, Tinctures and Toxicology: Naturopathy appeared first on EMOttawa Blog.

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Emergency Live

MAY 2, 2024

From time-saving innovation to safety risk, the evolution of the fire pole in Fire Departments Origins and Function of the Fire Pole The firefighter’s pole, technically termed the “fire pole“, is a tool associated with the profession and was invented in 1878 by David Kenyon in Chicago to help Firefighters reach emergencies more quickly.

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AED Leader

MAY 2, 2024

Consider several vital factors before purchasing if you’re in the market for a refurbished AED defibrillator. AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) are life-saving devices that can be used to treat sudden cardiac arrest, a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Having a refurbished AED on hand can ensure that you are prepared to respond quickly and effectively in a cardiac emergency.

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Emergency Live

MAY 2, 2024

Exploring the Importance of ESR in Diagnosing Inflammatory Conditions What is ESR? The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) test is a blood test. It detects inflammation in the body. It checks the rate at which red blood cells fall in a tube filled with blood over an hour. The test is nonspecific, but it tells us […] The post Erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR): A fundamental test appeared first on Emergency Live.

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PulmCCM

MAY 2, 2024

Candida auris is a multi-drug resistant fungus discovered in 2009 in Japan. The fungus spread across Asia, the Mideast, and Africa before arriving in the U.S. in 2015. Since 2018, C. auris cases have required reporting to public health officials, allowing more effective tracking. Although there were only 5,000 total recorded cases in 28 US states as of 2022, the rate of increase in C. auris cases has been accelerating.

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Emergency Live

MAY 2, 2024

Italian Red Cross, Tanzania emergency: 10,000 families affected. Valastro: “The emergency is spreading. CRI team on the ground. Fundraising campaign open” The incessant rains of the past weeks and the resulting floods have caused the death of 58 people in Tanzania. Seven regions are currently submerged in an emergency that affects 10,000 families, totaling around […] The post Italian Red Cross: open fundraiser for Tanzania appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Emergency Live

MAY 2, 2024

Let’s discover what viruses are and how they impact life on Earth What is a Virus? A virus is a small infectious agent. It can only grow inside living cells of organisms like animals, plants, and bacteria. Although they are small, viruses are everywhere on our planet. They are the most abundant biological entities. Viruses […] The post The Mysterious World of Viruses appeared first on Emergency Live.

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EMCrit

MAY 2, 2024

An AMAX4 shadowboxing case EMCrit Project by Scott Weingart, MD FCCM.

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Emergency Live

MAY 2, 2024

An in-depth look at sarcomas, rare tumors that arise from connective tissues What is Sarcoma? Sarcoma is a highly dangerous type of tumor. It originates from the body’s connective tissues such as muscles, bones, nerves, fatty tissues, blood vessels, and fibrous tissue can be starting points. There are over 70 variants of sarcomas. They are […] The post Sarcomas: Rare and Complex Cancer appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Emergency Live

MAY 2, 2024

The Adaptability of Advanced Medical Posts (AMPs) in the Emergency Medical Plan: An Anticipation of the Modern Out-of-Hospital Medical Rescue System Having solved the problem of medical responders, about 280 (doctors, nurses, rescue volunteers, military stretcher bearers, radio operators) and the 18 ambulances, it was necessary to identify places to collect patients and give them […] The post Piero's Diary - The Advanced Medical Posts (AMPs) appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Emergency Live

MAY 2, 2024

An exploration of the characteristics, ecological role, and medical implications of bacteria What are Bacteria? Bacteria are simple, single-celled life forms. They lack a nucleus or organelles bound by membranes. They can be found nearly everywhere on Earth, from erupting acidic springs to deep marine depths. They play crucial roles in various ecological activities, including […] The post Bacteria: The Microorganisms That Shape Our World appeared first on Emergency Live.

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