Non–North American Travel and Exotic Diseases
Chapter 85 Non–North American Travel and Exotic Diseases Arlene E. Dent, James W. Kazura Travelers to tropical and subtropical areas of the world where hygienic conditions are poor and ecologic…
Wilderness and Endurance Events
Chapter 103 Wilderness and Endurance Events David A. Townes, Brandee L. Waite Perhaps the earliest record of an endurance event may be traced back to ancient Greece in the 5th…
Global Crimes, Incarceration, and Quarantine
Chapter 90 Global Crimes, Incarceration, and Quarantine Michael Vanrooyen Most physicians and medical personnel practice in relatively safe and stable environments, although some health care providers have chosen to work…
Caving and Cave Rescue
Chapter 46 Caving and Cave Rescue Stephen E. Hudson, Loui H. McCurley, Roger B. Mortimer Caves are among the most awe-inspiring natural wilderness features remaining on Earth. Finding virgin territory…
Principles of Pain Management
Chapter 17 Principles of Pain Management Stephen D. Coleman, Raymond R. Gaeta Pain is ubiquitous in daily life, and multiple treatment modalities are available under normal circumstances. However, the wilderness…
Alligator and Crocodile Attacks
Chapter 58 Alligator and Crocodile Attacks Benjamin B. Constance For online-only figures, please go to www.expertconsult.com Crocodilians have inundated cultural media from traditional folklore to modern television.25 In addition to…
Seasonal and Acute Allergic Reactions
Chapter 62 Seasonal and Acute Allergic Reactions Naresh J. Patel Allergic rhinitis is the most common atopic disease. Although the prevalence varies by region, it is estimated that nearly 25%…
Health Implications of Environmental Change
Chapter 111 Health Implications of Environmental Change Ryan P. Bayley, Jay Lemery, Eloy Rodriguez, Jan West Human activity over the last 200 years has resulted in dramatic improvements in the…
The Ethics of Wilderness Medicine
Chapter 107 The Ethics of Wilderness Medicine Kenneth V. Iserson, Carlton E. Heine Ethics is the application of moral values and principles to guide human action. Providing care for others…
Protection From Blood-Feeding Arthropods
Chapter 47 Protection From Blood-Feeding Arthropods Mark S. Fradin, Scott P. Carroll Of all the hazards, large and small, that may befall the outdoor enthusiast, perhaps the most vexatious come…
