Health and Safety Category | Emergency Live https://www.emergency-live.com/category/health-and-safety/ Pre-Hospital Care, Ambulance Services, Fire Safety and Civil Protection Magazine Fri, 08 Mar 2024 13:57:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 In-flight first aid: how airlines respond https://www.emergency-live.com/health-and-safety/in-flight-first-aid-how-airlines-respond/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 17:00:36 +0000 https://www.emergency-live.com/?p=44439 In-flight first aid how airlines respond

A guide on what happens when an airborne medical emergency occurs Ground medical resources and management of airborne emergencies Airlines, while not mandated by the FAA to consult with ground medical support during an emergency, often rely on third parties to handle such situations. These teams, usually composed of emergency physicians trained in aeronautical medicine […]

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Social networks and mental and physical health https://www.emergency-live.com/health-and-safety/social-networks-and-mental-and-physical-health/ Fri, 08 Mar 2024 14:00:14 +0000 https://www.emergency-live.com/?p=44428 Social networks and mental and physical health

An Invisible Thread: The Dual Nature of Social Networks In an era where digital connection is just a click away, the debate on the relationship between social networks and the physical and mental health of users is more heated than ever. Through a careful examination of recent research, diverse perspectives emerge, highlighting both the potential […]

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Gender Equality in the Health Sector: A Global Challenge https://www.emergency-live.com/health-and-safety/gender-equality-in-the-health-sector-a-global-challenge/ Tue, 05 Mar 2024 08:00:37 +0000 https://www.emergency-live.com/?p=44410 Gender Equality in the Health Sector A Global Challenge

Addressing Gender Disparities in Healthcare Professions for an Equitable Future The global healthcare sector faces a significant challenge: ensuring gender equality among healthcare professionals. Despite women constituting 67% of the workforce in the global health and social sector, their contribution remains underestimated and often relegated to low-status roles, poorly paid, or even unpaid. This inequality […]

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Diabetic Neuropathy: Prevention and Management https://www.emergency-live.com/health-and-safety/diabetic-neuropathy-prevention-and-management/ Mon, 04 Mar 2024 20:00:00 +0000 https://www.emergency-live.com/?p=44407 Diabetic Neuropathy Prevention and Management

A Targeted Approach to Counter a Common Complication of Diabetes Diabetic neuropathy is a condition that affects many individuals with diabetes, manifesting as damage to peripheral nerves due to high blood sugar levels over time. This complication can lead to variable symptoms, including pain, tingling, and reduced ability to perceive pain, heat, and cold, particularly […]

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Discovering the world's most prevalent cancers https://www.emergency-live.com/health-and-safety/discovering-the-worlds-most-prevalent-cancers/ Mon, 04 Mar 2024 19:18:12 +0000 https://www.emergency-live.com/?p=44404 Discovering the world's most prevalent cancers

A Essential Overview for Informed Awareness and Active Engagement in Prevention Common Enemies: The Most Prevalent Cancers Worldwide In the global health landscape, cancer stands out as one of the foremost scourges, with a devastating impact that transcends every national and cultural boundary. According to the World Health Organization, the most prevalent types of cancer […]

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Cdk9: new frontier in cancer therapy https://www.emergency-live.com/health-and-safety/cdk9-new-frontier-in-cancer-therapy/ Mon, 04 Mar 2024 11:15:44 +0000 https://www.emergency-live.com/?p=44398 Cdk9 new frontier in cancer therapy

Discoveries reveal the potential of Cdk9 as a therapeutic target in oncological treatments What is Cancer? Cancer is one of the most complex and diverse diseases afflicting humanity, characterized by the uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells in the body. Biologically, cancer originates when cells in a part of the body start growing out […]

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Fighting smog: salvation for European health https://www.emergency-live.com/health-and-safety/fighting-smog-salvation-for-european-health/ Sat, 02 Mar 2024 08:00:56 +0000 https://www.emergency-live.com/?p=44388 smog

Reducing Pollution for a Healthier, Sustainable Future Europe faces a growing challenge against air pollution, a significant threat to public health and the environment. Attention is focused on fine particles (PM2.5) and harmful gases, which have direct implications for quality of life and population longevity. Health Impacts: A Concerning Picture The European Environment Agency (EEA) […]

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Common complications of diabetes: an essential guide https://www.emergency-live.com/health-and-safety/common-complications-of-diabetes-an-essential-guide/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 18:00:10 +0000 https://www.emergency-live.com/?p=44349 DIABETES

An Overview Diabetes mellitus, a metabolic disease characterized by high levels of glucose in the blood, can lead to a range of both acute and chronic complications. These conditions can affect various organs and systems of the body, including the heart, kidneys, nerves, and eyes, with serious consequences for overall health. Cardiovascular Issues and Infections […]

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Where Are U: Revolution in Emergency Management https://www.emergency-live.com/health-and-safety/where-are-u-revolution-in-emergency-management/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 17:00:05 +0000 https://www.emergency-live.com/?p=44343 emergency call phone

An App Making a Difference in Critical Moments In an increasingly connected world, personal safety takes on a new dimension with “Where Are U,” the application revolutionizing how emergencies are handled in Europe. Available on various devices, this app allows users to call the emergency number 112, automatically sending crucial data such as geographical location […]

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eCall: The Invisible Guardian of Europe's Roads https://www.emergency-live.com/health-and-safety/ecall-the-invisible-guardian-of-europes-roads/ Thu, 29 Feb 2024 16:00:44 +0000 https://www.emergency-live.com/?p=44341 e-call

A Digital Guardian Angel for Road Safety The introduction of eCall, an automatic emergency call system installed in vehicles, marked a significant breakthrough in road safety within the European Union. This device, mandatory on all new models of cars and light vans since March 31, 2018, is designed to automatically send an emergency call to […]

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