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One Health: Community and Conservation

Dr Lucy Obolensky shares her own ten point checklist to use when delivering community healthcare projects in remote locations and austere environments. Developed from over 20 years of experience in setting up health improvement projects, this is a must read for anyone embarking on such work.

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Unique Expeditions Polar Medicine Course Review, 2022

Unique Expeditions Polar Medicine Course Review, 2022

Jack Wathen reviews his incredible experience deep within the Arctic circle on Unique expedition’s Polar wilderness medicine course. Interstested in a week of learning the survival and medical skills to work in this austere environment with additional shoe-showing, ice plunges and saunas, look no further!

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Wilderness Expedition Dentistry

Wilderness Expedition Dentistry

Expedition dentist Mr Burjor Langdana and expedition medic Dr Irina Balieva introduce the field of wilderness expedition dentistry and routes into this exciting area.

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WEM Expedition and Wilderness Medicine Course, Keswick - Review

WEM Expedition and Wilderness Medicine Course, Keswick – Review

Dr Constance Osborne shares her review on World Extreme Medicine’s core residential Expedition and Wilderness Medicine Course in the UK Lake District.

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Teaching dentist in Nepal intraoral suturing. A skill that would reduce the need for patients to travel.

Winners of the Sustainable Adventure International Photography Award 2022

Winners of the Sustainable Adventure International Photography Award

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Scuba Diver Emergencies – Stories From The Deep

DDRC diving and hyperbaric medicine doctor, Rosie Stokes, shares some dive cases showcasing what to look for and who to call when they present to your emergency department, GP practice or on an expedition.

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International Photography Competition 2022 - People's Choice Award

International Photography Competition 2022 – People’s Choice Award

We are proud to present our shortlist of finalists from our International Photography Competition with EcoMedics.

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The camp at night

Minor Roles in Major Crises: Reflections on Delivering Humanitarian First Aid

Dr Holly Andrews reflects on the important role that medical volunteers continue to have on the island of Lesvos, providing support and advocating for refugees who continue to face unrest, confusion and uncertainty.

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The Doctor-AI Relationship: Medicine in a Digital World

The Doctor-AI Relationship: Medicine in a Digital World

Dr Isabel Straw gives us a fascinating insight into the world of medical AI, including some of its ethical dilemmas, as well as her incredible career so far.

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Medical care in Moria refugee camp

Medical care in Moria refugee camp

Dr Laura Clapham shares her experiences and reflects on the challenges of working in Moria Refugee Camp. People continue to make a treacherous journey across the Mediterranean Sea and Laura highlights considerations for those interested in volunteering along with the agencies who are active today.

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