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Safety is the first pillar of a good life for emergency professionals, rescuers and Fire Fighters. We are operating in a complex and hard environment. Risk prevention and improving working conditions are fundamental for better health and life.
Vacation first aid kit: your personal pharmacy on the road
In order to have the best vacation and a well-deserved rest, you need to be prepared for anything. A well-stocked first aid kit can make the difference
After a long period of work, a nice trip and a well-deserved vacation are ideal for…
Burnout, Stress and Anxiety: how to protect one's psychological well-being
Every rescue worker knows how critical it is to keep the mind and body in shape to best deal with emergencies
Causes and Symptomatology of Burnout
Burnout, or "job burnout syndrome," is a condition of chronic work-related stress…
Cannabis and health: between legalization and medical use
Legalization, Medical Uses, and Health Impacts: Cannabis in the Global Debate
Cannabis, a plant with multifaceted aspects, is gaining global traction both in medical and recreational contexts. While some countries have embarked on full…
Defibrillators: the latest news in the emergency field
Implantable Defibrillators: Revolutionizing Emergency Medicine
Defibrillators are essential tools for saving human life in cases of cardiac arrest. These devices, in use for decades, have undergone significant technological advancements in…
How Cruise Ships Handle Medical Emergencies
Medical Facilities and Specialized Personnel On Board
Cruise ships are like floating cities equipped with state-of-the-art medical facilities to handle any health emergency. Each ship has a medical center with hospital beds, diagnostic…
Poisonous Animals in North America: Precautions and Answers
Preventing and Responding to Snake and Spider Bites
North America is home to many venomous animals, some of which can be deadly if not treated promptly. Among these, rattlesnakes and spiders are two of the most dangerous species. The…
Heatstroke: Risks and Interventions
Health Risk
Heatstroke is a serious medical condition that occurs when the body cannot regulate internal temperature due to extreme heat. This risk is particularly high for individuals with pre-existing medical conditions such as…
Extreme Heat in India: Climate Crisis Hits Hard
A Critical Situation
India has been struck by a wave of extreme heat, reaching record temperatures in several cities, including New Delhi, which recorded 52.3°C, surpassing the historic measurement of 50°C. This phenomenon is just one of…
Mosquitoes: an insidious and deadly danger
Mosquitoes: Vectors of Deadly Diseases
Mosquitoes are much more than a mere annoyance during summer or nighttime. They are carriers, or vectors, of some of the deadliest diseases for humanity. It is estimated that nearly 700 million people…
Rise of ticks in Europe: the risks and how to prevent them
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…