Expedition Medicine

Too often travel to out-of-the-way places ends in difficulties -- and most are avoidable. The key to avoiding accidents and illness is proper planning and preparation, and Expedition Medicine shows how that should be done. It also sets out what to do if things do go wrong. This new edition has been fully revised and comprehensively updated to take account of current research findings and medicines. In addition, there are new or completely rewritten chapters on pre-existing medical conditions, management of the seriously injured casualty, remote medical emergencies, common infections, and desert and tropical forest expeditions. It is written by world-class experts throughout, and is full of practical tips and advice as well as extensive details about first-aid kits, planning and emergency procedures, and evacuation routines. There are sections on every type of travel, from desert to mountain, canoeing to diving and caving to walking. Vaccinations, medicines and hygiene are all covered. It would be foolish for those who travel or work in remote and challenging environments not to study this book. Book jacket.