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Health and Safety
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.
The Emergency Health System in the Amazon
Unique Context and Specific Challenges
Due to its vast territory and dense rainforest, the Amazon presents unprecedented challenges for the emergency healthcare system. The area has a low population density, often accessible only by boat…
How mine accident rescue works
The complexity of rescue operations
Rescue operations following mining accidents represent some of the most dangerous and complex rescue challenges. Coordination, advanced technologies, and specialized skills are essential to overcome…
Suitcase for emergencies: what to take on vacation
Preparing for Emergencies During Vacation
When planning a vacation, it's crucial to pack a well-stocked emergency kit. This kit can make the difference between a peaceful vacation and a stressful situation in case of minor accidents or…
XXI National Congress of SIS118: Innovation and Reforms
Insights from the XXI National Congress of SIS118 in Casamassima, Italy
The XXI edition of the National Congress of the Italian Emergency Medical Service Society (SIS118) concluded in Casamassima (Bari), in collaboration with the Free…
Emergency Numbers in the World: Differences and Operation
An Introduction to Emergency Numbers
Emergency numbers are a critical institution to ensure a quick and organized response to emergencies, but they vary significantly from country to country. This reflects both different emergency service…
Hospital Triage in the United States
How triage works in hospital emergencies
Triage in hospital emergencies: how it works
Triage in US hospitals is a fundamental process for prioritizing patients entering emergency departments based on the severity of their conditions. In…
The Emergency Health System in Japan: Efficiency and Challenges
Organization and Functioning of the Japanese Emergency System
Description of the Emergency Healthcare System Structure
Japan has an emergency healthcare system as part of a broader universal health insurance system, ensuring all citizens…
WHO Approves a Four-Year Plan for Global Health
11.1 Billion Dollars to Tackle Global Health Challenges
During the World Health Assembly in Geneva, delegates approved a four-year plan worth 11.1 billion dollars to improve global health. The plan, called the Fourteenth General Programme…
EMA Approves First Vaccine Against Chikungunya
EMA Recommends Authorization for Ixchiq, the First European Vaccine Against Chikungunya
The European Medicines Agency has recommended granting authorization to Ixchiq, the first vaccine reported in the European Union aimed at protecting…
Fighting Cancer: NHS Trials Personalized Vaccines
United Kingdom: Trial of Personalized mRNA Vaccines against Cancer
The National Health Service (NHS) in the UK has launched a bold initiative involving thousands of cancer patients in the largest trial of personalized vaccines made using…