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Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS)

This is wilderness medicine education from the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the Univeristy of Utah. It is designed for use in the Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) program, but anyone who goes into the backcountry should study this material. Log onto: www.wildmedu.org for more information.

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16:48

Struggling to Breathe: The SIPE Phenomenon

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/12/16

Learn about the hidden dangers of Swimming-Induced Pulmonary Edema (SIPE), a condition affecting swimmers, divers, and triathletes. Listen as Dr. Kathy Vidlock dives into the science behind SIPE, its symptoms, causes, prevention strategies, and real-life experiences. Discover how to stay safe while pushing your limits in the water.

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21:50

Backcountry Rx: Essential Antibiotics for Your First...

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/12/10

Planning a backcountry adventure? This episode covers the must-have antibiotics for your first aid kit, when and how to use them, and tips for treating infections in wilderness areas.

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10:06

Danger in the Water: Eyes on Acanthamoeba

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/12/06

Explore the hidden dangers of Acanthamoeba, a microscopic organism that can attach to contact lenses, causing severe eye infections like keratitis and even blindness. Learn how it happens, who’s at risk, and the steps to protect your vision.

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23:25

Paws on the Trail: Hiking Safely with Your Dog

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/12/02

Paws on the Trail is your wilderness medicine guide for keeping your dog safe and healthy while hiking. From trail prep and first-aid tips to navigating wildlife and weather, we cover everything you need to ensure safe adventures with your furry companion

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12:43

Bug Off: Protecting Your Pup from Insect Troubles

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/11/28

Join us as we dive into practical advice to keep your furry friend safe from pesky insects. We cover the best prevention methods, natural remedies, and products to ensure your dog stays healthy and happy. Whether you’re a seasoned pet parent or a new dog owner, this podcast has everything you need to protect your pup from unwanted pests!

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13:10

Breaking the Surface: Update on Drowning Treatment...

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2024/11/19

Stay informed with the latest updates on drowning treatment guidelines. This episode dives into the new standards of care, key statistics, and life-saving insights to improve outcomes for drowning victims.

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16:07

Gut Check: Ischemic Colitis in Outdoor Endurance...

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/11/13

In this episode, we dive into exercise-induced ischemic colitis—a lesser-known but impactful condition that affects some endurance athletes, including runners, trekkers and cyclists. Join us as we explore what causes this condition, the symptoms to look out for, and how to prevent it from sidelining your activities. We’ll discuss why intense exercise can lead to GI issues, share tips on hydration, and offer guidance on recovery if EIIC does strike. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just ge...

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13:07

Desert Dust: Understanding Valley Fever

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/11/07

It is on the rise in the desert. Valley Fever is a fungal infection found in desert soil. And while the desert is magnificent place to hike and recreate, people need to be aware of this under diagnosed disease. Listen and learn about the desert dust that causes Valley Fever.

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27:56

How Do You Know You Made a Good Decision?

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/10/31

Join us for an engaging discussion on decision-making in high-stakes environments, blending insights from the wilderness and the clinic!In this talk, Dr. TJ Hartridge, DO FAWM DiMM, Dr. Nate Furman, PhD, and Sarah Petelinsek will explore the fascinating overlap between backcountry adventures and clinical practice. Discover how our choices are influenced by biases and heuristics, and learn practical strategies to recognize and combat these influences.Whether you're a medical professional or ju...

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16:52

Surprising Rash: Fruits with a Bite

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/10/29

This podcast that explores the unexpected secrets hidden in some of your favorite fruits and nuts. Join us as we dive into the surprising world of urushiol, the natural compound responsible for skin reactions in plants like poison ivy—and found in some edible fruits and nuts! From mangoes to cashews, discover the science, history, and culinary quirks of these tasty yet tricky treats.

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10:04

Danger in the Water: Scary Lake Powell

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/10/23

Lake Powell is the second largest reservoir in the USA and has been visited by millions of people. The National Park Service has reported that the scary Algae Blooms are now found all over the reservoir. These disease causing algae are to be avoided at all costs. Listen and learn about scary Lake Powell.

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23:48

Hooked on Fishing - Common and Little Known Fishing...

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/10/17

For a fisher, it is almost a rite of passage that they get a hook in their skin. But there are a many other potential injuries in the great sport of fishing. Listen and learn about them as you become hooked on fishing.

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21:58

Dangerous Dark Urine

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/10/12

Urine will darken in color with dehydration, which is bad enough. But when it turns to a 'cola' color, watch out! This might indicate something far more perilous as muscle breakdown might be occurring which can damage the kidneys. It is called rhabdomyolysis. It is dangerous and far more common than you would think. Listen and learn about dangerous dark urine.

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17:45

Feeding Hope: Nutrition for Children in the Philippines

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/10/08

'Pagkain para aa bata' means 'food for children' in the language of the Filipinos. The lack of nourishing food and soil transmitted worms makes it almost impossible for some children in the Philippines to thrive. But one man's dream has come true and now thousands of children daily are eating nourishing food and becoming free of horrible parasitic worms. Listen and see how this man is feeding hope.

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9:55

The Zombie Fungus

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/10/04

So many effective medicines have come from fungi. There is a new one that outdoor enthusiasts are using called the Zombie Fungus. It is actually called Cordyceps and its potential use is staggering. Listen and learn what we know about this exciting new fungi.

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12:26

Goodbye to Benadryl - Hello to the New Antihistamines

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/09/29

Long a mainstay for the treatment of allergic reactions, Benadryl's side effects may be too problematic for backcountry medical treatment. Listen and learn to say goodbye to Benadryl and hello to new antihistamines.

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14:08

Falling Risks: Camping Hazards Under Trees

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/09/23

It is one of the least talked about subject in wilderness medicine. You think about it briefly when you camp under a tree with dead branches or one that is leaning toward your tent. Listen and learn how to be safe from the falling risks of camping under a tree.

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17:36

Tularemia: The Science Behind the Infection

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/09/17

Its symptoms depend on where it enters the body. Both animals and insects spread it. In this podcast. we explore the rare bacterial infection known as tularemia, or ‘Rabbit Fever.’ We look into the science, symptoms, transmission, and treatments of this little-known disease that is on the rise.

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22:54

Rare but Real - Three Emerging Viruses

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/09/10

Three viruses you might have read about in the news, remind us that disease is spread to humans from insects. Don't be scared, just be safe always when exploring the world. Listen and hear about three rare viruses and are emerging.

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18:28

Typhus - What You Need to Know

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS) ·

2024/09/05

If you have a fever headache and chills after your wilderness adventure, you may have typhus. Thought to be rare, this set of diseases is making a comeback. It is spread by chiggers, fleas and lice, insects that are so tiny that they can barely be seen. Listen and learn what you need to know about typhus.

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