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Snake bites are on the rise across the country, but California has seen the bulk of these bites and experienced an unusually deadly season. As the weather warms in spring, snakes become more active after their winter brumation (a hibernation-like state), and sightings always increase seasonally. Unfortunately, snake season...
When planning an international trip, most people focus on flights, hotels, and experiences. What many travelers don’t think about is what would happen during a medical emergency abroad. Unfortunately, this oversight can lead to serious financial and medical consequences. Healthcare systems outside the United States work very differently. In...
Floyd and Amber Hughes live in rural Tennessee, far from the hustle and bustle of city life, on a piece of property handed down through the generations. While the country life outside Knoxville offers many benefits, access to specialty hospitals and emergency care is not one of them. For...
Flying after surgery can be a serious concern. Whether you’re heading home after a vacation that didn’t turn out as expected or traveling specifically for surgery, understanding the medical guidelines for safe flying after surgery is crucial for your health and to ensure a smooth recovery. In this blog,...
When you are at home and the telltale signs of a heart attack or stroke happen—maybe it’s a serious spill from a bicycle or a ladder while cleaning the gutters—at some point, you could be one of the 60 million EMS calls generated in the United States each year....
Imagine you’re on a ladder taking down Christmas lights, cleaning the gutters or doing routine house maintenance when it happens. You wake up in pain and have strange sensations in both of your legs. Your spouse has called the local ambulance company but because of the height of the...
An air ambulance is a specialized airplane or helicopter that transports sick or injured individuals to the hospital quickly. It is equipped with medical equipment and staffed by highly trained medical crews to assist patients during the flight. Air ambulances are utilized when ground ambulances are too slow or...
Rural areas in the United States are home to about 14% to 19% (1) of the population, which means millions of people live outside big cities. Distance, lack of modern medical facilities (especially specialty hospitals and trauma centers), insurance coverage and transportation barriers make access to preventative and emergency...
When people hear about the price of an air medical transport cost, it’s common to experience sticker shock. A single air ambulance call can cost as much as a luxury vacation—or more. But why are these flights so expensive, and what actually goes into the bill? Let’s break it...
Patient experience in healthcare has been a hot topic for the past 20 years. Studies show that when patients are happier with their care, they tend to have better health outcomes, follow treatment plans better, and have lower mortality and morbidity rates. * Having rapid access to appropriate medical...
