June 2015

Helicopter emergency medical services for adults with major trauma is a Cochrane publication by  Cochrane Injuries Group Authors: Samuel M Galvagno Jr1,*, Stephen Thomas2, Christopher Stephens3, Elliott R Haut4,…

The aims of this study were to describe overcrowding in regional emergency departments in Seoul, Korea and evaluate the effect of crowdedness on ambulance turnaround time. Methods - This study was conducted between January 2010 and…

The routine practice of giving oxygen to patients having heart attacks has been linked to increased heart damage and a greater risk of repeat attacks in a landmark study by Melbourne researchers. Researchers say the findings, presented…

The Fire Service in New Zealand wants new regulations on child-safe lighters to be fast-tracked by the Government after another house was badly damaged by a child playing with a lighter. But the Minister of Consumer Affairs, Paul…

Rainfall remains below average across parts of West Africa, Latin America, Ethiopia, and Djibouti Africa Weather Hazards A delayed onset of the rainy season, followed by poorly-distributed rainfall, has led to abnormal dryness across…

Matthew O’Reilly is an emergency medical technician in New York. He knows what it’s like to be asked by a patient, “Am I dying?” and what to do when the answer is, “Yes.” A cruel consequence of being alive and aware is the ability to…

This scientific poster was presented during the HEMS Congress exhibition in Massa, Italy. The author is Dr. Alberto Baratta, medical director of the Emergency Unit in Massa (Italy) and medical chief of the HEMS base of Massa, Pegaso 3.…

Cardiac biomarkers have well-established roles in acute coronary syndrome and congestive heart failure. In the intensive care unit (ICU), myocardial injury is often unrecognized and leads to increased morbidity and mortality. The…

Portable Rechargeable Helipad LED Lighting System improve HEMS Scene Safety & Incident Management. Discover more about this product with the FEC Heliports Area manager Fraser MacCay. The products has been exposed during HEMS2015…

During this years’ INTERSCHUTZ exhibition from 8-13 June 2015 in Hannover, Germany, Holmatro organized a special edition of the Holmatro Rescue Experience: The 35,000 Euro Extrication Challenge. This 6-day international event is supported…