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health20 days ago•4 min saved

Telford pub fundraiser outfits ambulances with DKA testing after dad's death

A community fundraising drive at The Elizabethan pub in Telford raised £18,000 to provide ketone-testing equipment for West Midlands Ambulance Service, enabling crews to routinely test for diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). The effort honors Nik Russell, a 32-year-old with type 1 diabetes who died from DKA after refusing hospital, and aims to raise awareness and save lives. WMAS notes it was the country’s first trust to test for DKA and the gear began rolling out in May 2021, with Nik’s family and locals celebrating the impact and the project earning finalist status in the BBC Make a Difference Awards.

via BBC|

#ambulances #awareness #diabetes

world4 months ago•4 min saved

Lebanon medics hit by deadly quadruple-tap as Israeli strikes hit ambulances

Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed four medics and wounded six after three consecutive strikes on ambulances and rescue workers—the so-called 'quadruple tap'—raising concerns about deliberate targeting of medical responders; Lebanese health authorities and the WHO condemned the attacks, as hospitals like Tebnine were damaged and healthcare workers continued to operate under extreme strain.

via The Guardian|

#ambulances #conflict #healthcare

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Russia's Denial of Mystery Virus Outbreak Contradicted by Ambulance Footage"

Russian authorities have denied the existence of a virus outbreak in the country after videos circulated online showing rows of ambulances outside infectious disease hospitals in Moscow. The Moscow Department of Health stated that the presence of ambulances outside hospitals is not unusual and that there has been no significant increase in COVID-19 or acute respiratory viral infections (ARVI) in recent weeks. They attributed the queues to standard practice during peak hours and stated that the morbidity situation is normal. The World Health Organization (WHO) noted a rise in respiratory infectious diseases across its European region, partly due to seasonal factors and infections among children who were protected during the pandemic.

via Newsweek|

#ambulances #denial #health

conflict2 years ago•5 min saved

Israeli Forces Impede Ambulance Access to Besieged Jenin Hospitals

Israeli forces have been obstructing ambulances from reaching hospitals in Jenin, preventing the transportation of wounded Palestinians during an ongoing raid. At least 12 people have been killed and dozens wounded since the raid began. Israeli forces have also besieged hospitals, blocking anyone from entering or exiting. Soldiers have shot and killed a 17-year-old boy inside a hospital compound and have stopped ambulances from transporting discharged patients. The Israeli army has adopted a new policy of checking the identity cards of the wounded, causing delays and preventing critical medical care. Sick Palestinians have also been unable to reach hospitals, resulting in deaths. The humanitarian situation in Jenin is deteriorating, with citizens in need of basic supplies being unable to leave their homes.

via Middle East Eye|

#ambulances #conflict #hospitals

cybersecurity2 years ago•0 min saved

"Potential Cybersecurity Incident Causes Network Outage and Divert Status at UT Health East Texas"

UT Health East Texas, a network of hospitals in East Texas, has been unable to accept ambulances to emergency rooms since Thanksgiving Day due to a potential cybersecurity incident. The hospital network is currently operating using downtime procedures while investigating the incident and working to bring computers back online. This incident follows a series of cyberattacks on hospitals across the United States in recent months. The Department of Health and Human Services, US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and the FBI have not yet commented on the situation. Cybersecurity threats to healthcare providers have been persistent, with hundreds of organizations being forced offline by cyberattacks since the start of the pandemic.

via CNN|

#ambulances #cybersecurity #cybersecurity-incident

conflictwar2 years ago•10 min saved

"Escalating Israel-Hamas Conflict Sparks Global Outrage: Live Updates"

Hamas is blocking foreign nationals from leaving Gaza until Israel guarantees that ambulances can reach the Rafah crossing, following an Israeli attack on an ambulance. The Palestinian Ministry of Health reports that 9,425 people have been killed and 24,000 injured in Israeli attacks on Gaza since October 7. Arab foreign ministers are calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza during a meeting with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Israeli airstrikes have damaged a building in front of Al-Quds Hospital, injuring 21 people. Turkish President Erdogan says Turkey will bring Israel's "war crimes" to the International Criminal Court. A UN-run school serving as a shelter in a refugee camp in northern Gaza was struck, killing 15 people and injuring over 70. Secretary Blinken expresses condolences for the more than 70 UN staff killed in Gaza and visits UNRWA headquarters. The Palestinian Red Crescent confirms the receipt of fresh aid from 47 trucks that crossed into Gaza through the Rafah crossing.

via CNN|

#ambulances #ceasefire #conflictwar

weather3 years ago•5 min saved

"Chicago Braces for Sweltering Heat as Officials Issue Alert"

An excessive heat warning has been issued across the US, with Chicago experiencing record-breaking temperatures and high humidity. The heat index is expected to reach 115 degrees, posing a risk to public health. The Chicago Fire Department has added extra ambulances in anticipation of increased emergency calls. Urban areas are particularly vulnerable due to the heat island effect. Officials are urging people to limit outdoor activities, stay hydrated, and take the heat seriously. Chicago Public Schools have implemented a heat action plan, while volunteers are distributing water to help people stay hydrated.

via Chicago Tribune|

#ambulances #chicago #excessive-heat-warning