Emergency Preparedness

Sep 16 2022 33 ep. 51 mins 4
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Find out how to prepare for and survive emergencies.

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Firearm Injury as a Public Health Problem

Sep 16 2022 54 mins  
Across the United States, more than 100 people are killed and more than 200 are injured every day by firearms. As an emergency room doctor, Megan L. Ranney, M.D. M.P.H. F.A.C.E.P., has seen the impacts of this violence first hand. She discusses the basic epidemiology of firearm injury, explains the drivers behind them, and advocates for new, inclusive strategies for prevention. [He

Evolution of Emergency Medicine and Whole Patient Care - Health Talks

Jul 04 2021 59 mins  
Ever wondered how wearable technology and design can lead to a better healing experience? Or how medical centers that are certified to treat seniors affect patient outcomes? Or how physicians use individualized care for cancer patients in an emergency setting? Listen in as experts discuss evolution and innovation in emergency medicine. Series: "UC San Diego Health Talks" [Health an

Climate Change and Public Health: Modernizing Community Resilience and Disaster Preparedness

Dec 07 2020 78 mins  
Why is San Francisco particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change? The San Francisco department of Public Health and the California Strategic Growth Council are assessing the problems and creating plans for dealing with extreme heat, air quality, power disruption and a built infrastructure can withstand changing conditions. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrativ

Under-5 Mortality: Keeping Kids Alive

Jun 04 2020 56 mins  
The rate of under 5 mortality was halved from 1960 to 1990 but more recently there has been a slowing in the reduction. Success varies by region, explains Dr. Rajesh Daftary. He identifies current progress in mortality reduction and identifies effective interventions. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35577]

How to Avoid a Lightning Strike

Apr 12 2018 2 mins  
Lightning injuries range from mild (temporarily stunned) to severe (full cardiac arrest). Dr. Preston Maxim explains the ways one can avoid a lightning strike. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33298]

You Just Crashed: What Do You Do? - Cycling to Health

Apr 02 2018 28 mins  
So you crashed your bike...if you spend time on two wheels, it is inevitable. Dr. Justin Bosley, Emergency Physician and Sports Medicine Physician, explains what to do right away and days, weeks and months later. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33440]

Blum Center Drones to Enhance Flood Resilience

Sep 25 2017 3 mins  
Floods are the most destructive of natural disasters, on average affecting 100 million people globally. Drones can be used as very cost effective mapping devices, gathering fine resolution data on a site's terrain, landcover, and even its infrastructure. This information is necessary to build models capable of predicting flood hazard at scales of streets and individual homes. Learn

Bites and Stings: The Venomous Truth

Sep 19 2017 42 mins  
In the wilderness there is an obvious danger of being bitten by snakes, insects and arthropods. Dr. Susanne Spano offers advice on what to do in case you meet are bitten by a venomous creature far from medical help. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32546]

Hypothermia and Cold Emergencies

Sep 18 2017 59 mins  
Hypothermia is a potentially dangerous drop in body temperature. If the temperature drops too low it is a medical emergency. Emergency medicine specialist Dr. Chris Colwell explains the risk factors and the signs and symptoms of hypothermia so that it can be managed as soon as possible. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Sho

Altitude and Alcohol

Sep 10 2017 1 mins  
If you are hiking, skiing, climbing or just visiting at altitude higher than 8,000 feet you may experience altitude sickness. Emergency Medicine specialist Dr. Chris Colwell warns of the dangers of drinking alcohol at high altitude. Series: "Osher WISE: Well-being and Integrative Science for Everyone" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32809]