Bites and Stings: The Venomous Truth

Across the United States, more than 100 people are killed and more than 200 are injured every day by firearms. As an emergency room doctor, Megan L. Ranney, M.D. M.P.H. F.A.C.E.P., has seen the impacts of this violence first hand. She discusses the basic epidemiology of firearm injury, explains the drivers behind them, and advocates for new, inclusive strategies for prevention. [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 38251]

Ever wondered how wearable technology and design can lead to a better healing experience? Or how medical centers that are certified to treat seniors affect patient outcomes? Or how physicians use individualized care for cancer patients in an emergency setting? Listen in as experts discuss evolution and innovation in emergency medicine. Series: "UC San Diego Health Talks" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 37203]

Why is San Francisco particularly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change? The San Francisco department of Public Health and the California Strategic Growth Council are assessing the problems and creating plans for dealing with extreme heat, air quality, power disruption and a built infrastructure can withstand changing conditions. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 36492]

The rate of under 5 mortality was halved from 1960 to 1990 but more recently there has been a slowing in the reduction. Success varies by region, explains Dr. Rajesh Daftary. He identifies current progress in mortality reduction and identifies effective interventions. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 35577]

Lightning injuries range from mild (temporarily stunned) to severe (full cardiac arrest). Dr. Preston Maxim explains the ways one can avoid a lightning strike. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33298]

So you crashed your bike...if you spend time on two wheels, it is inevitable. Dr. Justin Bosley, Emergency Physician and Sports Medicine Physician, explains what to do right away and days, weeks and months later. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 33440]

Floods are the most destructive of natural disasters, on average affecting 100 million people globally. Drones can be used as very cost effective mapping devices, gathering fine resolution data on a site's terrain, landcover, and even its infrastructure. This information is necessary to build models capable of predicting flood hazard at scales of streets and individual homes. Learn how the UCI Blum Center for Poverty Alleviation is working to create a fleet of drones to benefit developing countries. Series: "UCTV Prime" [Public Affairs] [Health and Medicine] [Science] [Agriculture] [Show ID: 32396]

In the wilderness there is an obvious danger of being bitten by snakes, insects and arthropods. Dr. Susanne Spano offers advice on what to do in case you meet are bitten by a venomous creature far from medical help. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32546]

Hypothermia is a potentially dangerous drop in body temperature. If the temperature drops too low it is a medical emergency. Emergency medicine specialist Dr. Chris Colwell explains the risk factors and the signs and symptoms of hypothermia so that it can be managed as soon as possible. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32414]

If you are hiking, skiing, climbing or just visiting at altitude higher than 8,000 feet you may experience altitude sickness. Emergency Medicine specialist Dr. Chris Colwell warns of the dangers of drinking alcohol at high altitude. Series: "Mini Medical School for the Public" [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 32809]