What Can Doctors Do About Climate Change?
With extreme weather on the rise, some experts want to see climate change addressed in the exam room.
Rounds
Emergency Care
Explainers
What to Know About Eating Recalled Food
What to do if you suspect you've eaten something contaminated — and when to seek medical attention.
Rounds
How One Seattle ER Is Handling This Historic Heatwave
An ER doctor on the mad scramble for ventilators and ice.
Explainers
Looking for a Way to Support Mental Health in Your Community?
Psychological First Aid volunteers supplement mental healthcare by helping people in crisis until professionals arrive.
Explainers
What Happens When the ICU Fills Up
Here’s what to expect if you or a loved one needs care at a hospital whose ICU is at capacity.
Scopes
Should You Wear a Medical ID Bracelet?
Jewelry engraved with emergency medical info has become more popular since the pandemic hit.
Explainers
Everything You Need to Know About Ambulances
When should you call 911? Are ambulance trips always a fortune? Can you choose which hospital treats you?
Scopes
Your Guide to In-flight Medical Care
Healthcare pros, flight attendants and airlines explain what comes after "Is there a doctor on board?"
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