Wilderness Medicine Podcast December 2020 - Wilderness & Environmental Medicine Live!
Dec 10, 2020
In this engaging discussion, Linda Keyes, the current president of the Wilderness Medical Society, emphasizes the importance of diversity and inclusion within wilderness medicine governance. She highlights new initiatives aimed at empowering underrepresented voices. Physician James H. Diaz delves into the alarming rise of tick-borne viral infections, discussing their transmission and potential public health dangers, including the Asian longhorn tick. Their insights shed light on critical issues that affect both practitioners and outdoor adventurers.
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Second Woman President Ever
- Linda Keyes shared that she's only the second woman to be president of the Wilderness Medical Society in 15 years.
- She noted that Luann Freer was the only other female president before her.
Gender Imbalance & Transparency
- The Wilderness Medical Society has had persistent gender imbalance in leadership and publishing roles for years.
- Presenting statistics publicly is a step toward creating more equitable opportunities.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
- WMS made a formal commitment to diversity and developed a conference policy ensuring speaker representation matches membership diversity.
- They aim for inclusive and diverse participation, including more women, nurses, and people of various ethnic backgrounds.
