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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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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 getting into endurance sports, this episode will help you keep your gut health on track while pushing your limits.
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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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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 just curious about decision-making in challenging situations, this conversation promises to spark your interest and offer valuable insights. Don’t miss out! For further information please feel free to reach out to:
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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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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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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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'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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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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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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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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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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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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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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In this podcast we explore the science behind chiggers, their life cycle, their diseases and where you find them. Listen and learn everything you need to know about these tiny, troublesome tiny biters.
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They are made from red pepper oil and are great deterrents for bears and mountain lions. But other issues remain in their effective use. Listen and learn about how to spray and survive.
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Adventures who go up to altitude can have a number or problems. One of these is an odd breathing pattern when trying to sleep. it is called periodic breathing. It is caused by the ups and downs of oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood when sleeping at altitude. And it can cause its own set of problems for those trying to go higher. Listen and learn about changes in breathing when going up high.
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We all love to 'smell' the outside. But what role does it play in our health. Research is starting to look at this. And surprising results in a new study show that regular exposure to greenery in middle age can delay the onset of dementia. Listen to this newest in our podcast series of using wilderness as medicine.
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