Don't Forget the Bubbles

JUNE 19, 2024

Why is this study needed? Cervical spine injuries are a rare but serious finding following blunt trauma, affecting around 1-2% of presentations. In adult trauma cases, there has been significant research to help decide which patients require X-ray or CT imaging for possible cervical spine injuries, leading to the development of the National Emergency X-Ray (NEXUS) prediction rule and the Canadian C-Spine Rule (CCR).

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Emergency Live

JUNE 19, 2024

Practical Tips for a Beach Vacation Without Risks Summer vacations are the perfect time to enjoy the sea and sun, but it’s important to prioritize water safety. Whether you’re an experienced swimmer or a beginner, following a few simple rules can make the difference between a carefree day and a potentially dangerous incident. In this […] The post Safety at sea: how to protect yourself while on vacation appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Science Based Medicine

JUNE 19, 2024

We can add decaffeinated (decaf) products to the list of things you probably shouldn’t worry about but someone wants to make you worry anyway. You may have read recently that some decaf coffee and tea brands have “chemicals” in them that may be a health risk. The real story, as you might imagine, is more complicated. The cause of the recent headlines […] The post The Decaf Wars first appeared on Science-Based Medicine.

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Emergency Live

JUNE 19, 2024

The increase of ticks in Europe Ticks pose a growing public health problem in Europe, with a significant rise in their prevalence in recent years. This phenomenon is mainly due to climate change, which is altering the habitats and habits of these parasites. Reports and health consequences Ticks are particularly active during the warm months, […] The post Rise of ticks in Europe: the risks and how to prevent them appeared first on Emergency Live.

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Dr. Smith's ECG Blog

JUNE 19, 2024

This is another case sent by the undergraduate (who is applying to med school) who works as an EKG tech. Case An 82 year old man with a history of hypertension presented to the ED with chest pain at 1211. He described his chest pain as pleuritic and reported that it started the day prior while swinging a golf club. An EKG for chest pain was obtained right away: For an 82 year old, this is a good looking EKG, with sinus rhythm at a rate of 70 BPM.

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Emergency Live

JUNE 19, 2024

Hynaero leverages ONERA’s expertise in developing the Fregate-F100, a Franco-European amphibious water bomber aircraft HYNAERO, the Bordeaux-based start-up, and ONERA (Office national d’études et de recherches aérospatiales) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the development of the new generation amphibious water bomber aircraft, the Fregate-F100.

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NRC Health

JUNE 19, 2024

In the intricate landscape of healthcare, the pivotal role of nursing is often overlooked. Nurses function as crucial connectors, ensuring seamless patient-care coordination. Their responsibilities extend beyond caregiving, playing a vital role in streamlining patients’ journeys through the healthcare system. The post Integrating nursing insights with patient safety outcomes appeared first on NRC Health.

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Emergency Live

JUNE 19, 2024

The Drone Revolution in Air Rescue Drones have revolutionized emergency response by their ability to reach remote or hazardous areas that are challenging for humans. In Italy, their use in rescue missions has become increasingly common, offering invaluable contributions in terms of speed of response and precision in operations. The Fire Brigade’s USAR (Urban Search […] The post Drones for rescue: New technologies to save lives appeared first on Emergency Live.

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