Can We Save Lives of Trauma Victims with a Primary Assessment?

With regard to emergency trauma care, a few minutes can mean the difference between life and death. The first hour of definitive medical care is “golden hour” (the hour in which if we resuscitate the patient we may prevent death). The primary survey is designed to assess and treat any life-threatening injuries quickly. The main […]
Read MoreInternal bleeding due to trauma

Internal bleeding happens to be the most serious result of a trauma. Generally, the bleeding happens due to obvious injuries which may need immediate medical attention. Internal bleeding can also take place post a less serious trauma or be delayed by some hours or some days. Some internal bleeding because of trauma can stop by […]
Read MoreRoad Safety – Drivers Should be trained

India loses 1 life every 4 minutes in a road accident. Factors responsible include- bad road conditions, improper road engineering, poor traffic sense, irresponsible driving, lack of awareness of traffic rules, absence of strict laws for offenders. Many factors rest with the government/ civic bodies, but an important modifiable factor – driver of vehicle – […]
Read MoreStay Alive- Don’t Drink And Drive

India has become a leading country in case of fatalities due to most road traffic accidents in world. Road Safety is now prime national concern due to its magnitude & gravity and the consequent negative impact on public health & economy. Road traffic fatalities result in deaths ,disabilities and hospitalizations with severe socio-economic costs . […]
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