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Expert Advice on Medical Emergencies and Travel Illnesses with ER Dr. Benjamin Jack
06 Mar 2024
#160: ER physician Dr. Benjamin Jack helps you plan for the most common medical emergencies. He covers what to do and how to decide if it makes sense to go to an ER, urgent care or regular doctor. He also provides expert advice on proactive measures for managing illnesses and emergencies while traveling. Dr. Benjamin Jack is the founder of Duration Health, the doctor-prescribed medical kit with emergency Rx. He completed his pre-med at John Hopkins University and his MD at Cornell University. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/benjamin-jack-medical-emergencies Partner Deals Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Trade Coffee: Free bag of the best coffee to upgrade your morning routine AG1: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Dr. Benjamin Jack: LinkedIn | Duration Health Free Duration Health Field Guide Duration Health Med Kits: Save up to $200 with code ALLTHEHACKS Evidence-based Clinical Resource: UpToDate Red Cross: CPR Training | AED Training Full Show Notes (02:10) How to Evaluate the Type of Care You Need (03:35) How Do You Know If You're Having an Emergency? (06:55) Common Medical Emergency Conditions (07:46) Symptoms of a Stroke (12:21) How to Use a Thermometer Correctly (13:49) Pediatric Emergency Symptoms (14:54) Getting to the ER: Drive or Call an Ambulance? (15:36) Conditions That Require Quick Treatment But Not ER (16:36) Testing for Strep (20:24) What Actually Happens Inside an ER (23:44) ER Hacks: Do's & Don'ts (26:15) Chris' Shingles Experience (28:33) Primary Care vs. Urgent Care vs. ER Care vs. Telehealth (34:05) The Role of Self Diagnosis (40:00) Online Sources for Self Diagnosing (41:47) Handling Medical Emergencies During Travel (43:55) How Do You Select a Clinic or Type of Care Abroad? (46:58) Common Travel Sicknesses (49:03) Treatment for Traveler's Diarrhea (51:31) Difference Between Primary Care Doctors & Travel Medicine Doctors (52:04) Vaccine Preventable Diseases (53:52) The Dangers of Malaria (59:52) Treating Altitude Illnesses (1:02:17) Skin Related Infections & Inflammations (1:05:37) Travel Medical Kits & Shelf Life of Medication (1:09:36) CPR & Basic First Aid Training (1:11:17) The Purpose of Duration Health Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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