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Emergency services in India, have over the years, evolved from a mere mode of transportation, to a crucial component in the chain of treatment for
History Of Ems Services: A Walk Down Memory Lane
Ever since the beginning of mankind, accidents and injuries have been a part of everyday life. Disasters could take place at any time, and they
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Ambulances are no longer simply a means of transporting the ill and injured to an established medical centre. In many ways, and in many places,
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The Union Budget of 2018-2019 saw the implementation of what is the largest publicly funded healthcare programme in the world, where 10 crore low income
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Every year, paramedics save thousands of lives through the timely application of first aid, and by rushing casualties to hospitals before it’s too late. Despite
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The 2018 Union Budget is all set to be presented by Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on February 1st, and is expected to bring about a
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Empathy, the ability to put ourselves in the shoes of another to grasp what he or she is going through, is what makes us human.
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Fire was humanity’s first discovery. It helped us conquer the darkness, and assert our dominance over nature, paving the way for human civilization. While fire
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A portmanteau of the words ‘smoke’ and ‘fog’, smog is a type of fog which contains smoke or soot mixed with it. Yellowish or blackish
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It is a proven fact that a patient who receives basic emergency medical care from trained professionals and is transported to the nearest healthcare facility
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Panicking after an accident comes most naturally to us, and is a feeling most cannot avoid. However, as hard as it is, we need to
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A few months ago, the city of Malkapuram, in Andhra Pradesh witnessed panic when a crude oil storage tank at the Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited
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Diabetes is one of the most common diseases worldwide, and yet about one third of the people with diabetes, do not even know that they
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Whether you talk about music concerts, carnivals, trade shows, or even festive celebrations, events are always fun and bustling with energy. With so many different
THE STORY OF NEHA AND HER NEWBORN BABY
What started as a routine response to a medical emergency, turned into a heart warming moment for the crew members of an ambulance and a
Committed and Equipped To Go The Extra Mile For You
Emergency medical services are the building blocks of a country, given their importance in bringing basic health care closer to the citizens across all socioeconomic backgrounds
Delivering Quality Mother and Child Emergency Medical Care Pan India
“Saving a life is one of the most rewarding experiences that a person can undergo in his or her lifetime.” These words of wisdom are
Mobile Medical Unit (MMUs): A Boon for Increasing Last Mile Healthcare Connectivity
According to the United Nations World Health Organisation (WHO) as well as the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, timely and affordable medical care is a
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Be a Good Samaritan and Ensure a Secure Monsoon
During monsoon, the weather becomes stormy with heavy rains and chilly sea winds. Undeterred by the monsoons, however, travelers continue to plan escapades and workers keep
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As per a 2015 report released by the Centre for Research on the Epidemiology of Disasters, an esteemed wing of the UN Office of Disaster
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Although the initial showers of rain have brought a welcoming change from the summer heat that has engulfed our country, it is important to remember
Summer Skin Ailments and How to Battle Them
The scorching heat of summer, especially in tropical regions is cause for innumerable skin related ailments. Due to profuse sweating and constant itching, the skin
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Medical emergencies are always daunting. The minutes after are often a blur and can be a frightening experience, especially for someone who isn’t prepared to
Health Safety Training & Emergency Drill Needs to be Mandatory at Corporate Park/MNC?
India, a country of more than a billion people saw the employment boost decades ago, with small and large companies making a debut in the
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Every year, 3,00,000 employees die in unintended workplace accidents throughout the world. The fact that 14 incidents published in the news in 2021 have already
Rising Populations Create Health Hazards
On World Population Day, India had a population of 127,42,39,769 people, accounting for 17.25 percent of the world’s population. India will overtake China as the
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Since medieval times, China has been highly prone to earthquakes and other natural disasters such as storms and landslides. The Wenchuan Earthquake of 2008 killed
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In India, schooling is made mandatory for children between the age of six and 14, due to awareness with regards to the importance of education
The Impact of Climatic Changes on Our Health and Environment
Since generations, global warming has been an active topic of interest for school children and occasionally, a few adult groups. Nonetheless, despite being aware of
Future of 112 as Single Emergency Number for India
Emergency services for any country are a basic need rather than a privilege. India has long struggled to provide a single emergency number to its
Why Ambulance Number is 108 in India?
108 is the National Emergency Ambulance Number operated by the Indian Government in Public-Private Partnership with emergency service providers like Ziqitza HealthCare Ltd. Have you
Stay Fit to Avoid Health Emergencies
In the recent scenario, with skyrocketing technological applications at our disposal, our attention towards mental as well as physical health has drastically deteriorated. Our lives
Air Ambulance – The Next Big Wave in Indian Emergency Services
Sometimes, patients need to be transported across cities or borders during a medical emergency. It could be the lack of medical facilities close to the