

Ep. 8 - SAR Provider Injuries & Traveler's Diarrhea Treatment
Jul 28, 2023
Explore the heightened risks faced by Search and Rescue providers during mountain operations, with revelations from a 20-year study on injury prevalence. Learn about the injury patterns among professionals versus volunteers, and dive into a harrowing tale of traveler's digestive distress. Uncover the symptoms and causes of traveler's diarrhea, especially when venturing into developing nations. Gain insights into treatment options and the careful consideration needed for antibiotics, alongside engaging with the wilderness medicine community for more shared experiences.
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Intro
00:00 • 7min
Injury Patterns in Mountain Rescue and Traveler's Digestive Distress
06:54 • 2min
Understanding Traveler's Diarrhea: Causes and Treatment Options
09:10 • 3min
Understanding Treatment for Traveler's Diarrhea and Persistent Symptoms
11:47 • 3min
Engaging with the Wilderness Medicine Community
14:29 • 1min