Monthly Archives: December 2008

A Close Encounter: Patient Evacuation by WMA WFR

Posted on December 30, 2008 by Admin

Kudos to Mike T., a 2006 WFR grad, for his tact and sharing his story: “I am a 2006 WFR Grad and I wanted to tell you about a recent backpacking trip in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Just as we … Continue reading →

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How to Prepare for the Outdoors in the Bitter Cold

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Admin

Bitter cold is descending across the northern tier of the continental United States. Forecasted highs are for single digits above 0 Fahrenheit. As a wilderness medicine provider you know that heat is lost by several mechanisms. Convection heat loss increases … Continue reading →

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Congratulations Ben

Posted on December 10, 2008 by Admin

I know I should wait until we can do an official WMA news release but I could not restrain myself. This week, Ben Woodard has been named Chief Ranger for Maine’s Baxter State Park. This is especially wonderful because the … Continue reading →

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9 Dec 2008

Posted on December 10, 2008 by Admin

I read medical articles and feeds fairly regularly. They give me ideas for future articles and commentary but in the end they pile up, collect dust and never see the light of day. Starting today, I am going to try … Continue reading →

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Legality in Administering Epinephrine

Posted on December 5, 2008 by Admin

Click on the link above to go to www.wildmed.com and ask Dr. Johnson a question! Q: What is the legality in administering epinephrine to someone? Are WFA certified individuals allowed to carry epi-pens to have someone use if in an … Continue reading →

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Increase in Food Allergies

Posted on December 4, 2008 by Admin

This article (http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27725975/) discusses the dramatic rise in pediatric food allergies diagnoses and the corresponding increase in the number of children carrying EpiPens. Remember the definitive treatment for anaphylaxis is specific medications of epinephrine, anti-histamine, and corticosteroids. Outdoor adventure program … Continue reading →

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Discussion on Epi-Pen Prescription Increase

Posted on December 4, 2008 by Admin

Hey everybody, Below is an CNBC news blog link to an article on the increase in epi pen demand and use, given the proliferation of peanut and other allergen based responses. DJ and Dr. Peter et.al. were saying this year’s … Continue reading →

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New Instructor Spotlight

Posted on December 4, 2008 by Admin

Check out www.wildmed.com to see Jeff Baierlein, our new instructor spotlight, talk about his WMA experience and why he enjoys being an instructor!

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