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What is a Go Bag? It is a supply kit for each individual for at least 72 hours of food, water, medication, and clothing. Each kit will be tailored to the needs of the situation, including medical conditions, weather conditions, and expected length of the emergency. Every member of the family needs a kit, including […]
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When flipping through a news article involving infectious disease, it’s likely you have some across the terms of incidence and prevalence. “There is an alarming rise in prevalence for Disease XYZ in recent years” the story might say to hone your interest. The article might warn you without any specific numbers, but both terms have […]
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So, you have decided to sit for the ACVPM board exams and have been accepted. Congratulations! What now? Well, with more than a few months to go, a short plan may develop: study hard in the beginning, study hard in the middle and then, wait for it, study hard at the end. Head to Ohio […]
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Like incidence and prevalence, sensitivity and specificity are twin sons of different mothers. And there is no Fogleberg fallout here. These guys stick together. Knowing their similarities and differences is vital to understanding diagnostic testing and the associated biostatistics.
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Gosh, Gram it! Why is it that every time I take a class or read an article that involves bacteria, there is an insistence on explaining whether it is gram-negative or gram-positive? Who cares? After all, you culture bacteria, perform an antibiotic sensitivity test, then prescribe the correct antibiotic. Done and done. No gram-nonsense involved […]
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If you prefer to listen to podcasts, feel free to play the audio version of this blog by clicking on the player above. Podcast: Garlic and Onion ToxicityLength: 4 min 39 secondsWritten and read by the author
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No one wants to deal with a medical emergency. They are never planned, and always seem to occur at the least opportune time. You can minimize the impact, and probably improve the outcome if you are prepared. Everyone can learn basic first aid skills. You don’t have to have extensive training to handle most everyday […]
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No one wants to think about the day when they will have to leave the security of their own home because of an impending threat. This could be in the form of a fire, flood, hurricane, or environmental contamination. Being prepared will ensure that you have everything that you need to make the best […]
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