News & Features
Kilimanjaro Medics Required for Research Study
Dr Alex Taylor is recruiting volunteers for her research into care provided to local participants on Kilimanjaro expeditions
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Photo & Video
The Frenchy
With so much negative news and scaremongering in the media at the moment, we could all do with a bit of Jacques Huout in our lives. 41 years old (each leg), his zest for life and positive attitude is infectious. This short film is truly heartwarming and hopefully inspiring for all of us to get outside and live our lives, whatever our age.
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Adventures
Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine at DDRC Healthcare
Diving and Hyperbaric Medicine Doctor Megan Ross tells us what goes on at the DDRC Healthcare hyperbaric medical facility in Plymouth and the unique opportunities they offer for junior doctors.
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Students
Obstetrics and Gynaecology on the Zambezi
Dr. Marcus Hollyer Final year medical student Marcus had the privilege of experiencing the highs and lows on his medical elective in Zambia in 2019. Here he recounts his experience of working in a resource-poor setting; from obstetric emergencies; to daily life in Lusaka; to weekend tips to Victoria Falls and safari in Botswana. Lusaka Hospital, Zambia Starting my medical school elective […]
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Core Skills
BS 8848 for Expedition Medics
The Faculty of Prehospital Care (FHPC) have just published guidance for medics on British Standard 8848. BS 8848 is the good practice guideline for those organising overseas trips, including visits, fieldwork, expeditions, and adventurous activities outside the United Kingdom.
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