Podcast Episodes

Cold Related Illness

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How does heat leave a human body?  What happens if heat is lost too quickly?  How do you stop heat from leaving the body.?  What is the appropriate treatment when someone is too cold? …

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Published on 4 years, 10 months ago

Heat Stroke

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What are the ways that heat leaves the body?  What happens if heat is trapped in a human?  How is heat illness classified?  This important podcast outlines the prevention and treatment  of illnesses …

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Published on 4 years, 10 months ago

Wilderness Dermatology

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Treating stinging nettle is not as easy as it seems!  Are you allergic to poison ivy?  How about others you are with?  What do you do if they are exposed?  What is the best way to treat a sunburn?   …

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Published on 4 years, 10 months ago

Altitude Illness

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Most people are unaware of illnesses that occur as people go to altitude.  This podcasts talks about the science and physiology of altitude illnesses. 

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Published on 4 years, 10 months ago

Avalanche

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There is nothing quite so frightening in the backcountry than these horrific events. This podcast introduces the basic science and background for avalanche medicine.

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Published on 4 years, 10 months ago

Water Treatment

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There are several methods used to treat water while in the wilderness and it can be confusing. What methods should someone use?  What are common illnesses a person can contract?  These questions and …

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Published on 4 years, 10 months ago

Dental Problems in the Wilderness

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Have you ever wondered what to do if a tooth is knocked out on a back country trip? What do you do if a person gets a toothache or a filling falls out in the backcountry?  In this lecture, Dr. P…

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Published on 4 years, 10 months ago