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Medicine and Science from The BMJ
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Public Health and Polar Bear Encounters in Svalbard
This chapter explores the unexpected links between public health and human-polar bear interactions in Svalbard, particularly amidst rising tourism. It underscores the importance of stringent safety protocols, including the necessity for medical teams to carry revolvers due to the potential for polar bear attacks.
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