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ER24’s emergency resource officers are qualified, compassionate professionals, equipped with the latest technology to get you the help you need.
Don’t miss the signs of heat exhaustion in children
Heat exhaustion can be scary—and kids are at increased risk. Learn how to spot and prevent this common condition.
Reduce the risk of a car accident in winter (and in general)
The sad reality is that South Africa has one of the highest rates of road deaths in the world. Poor vehicle maintenance and human error increase the chance you’ll be involved in an accident. Here are the most common hazards – and how to deal with them.
Are you sure your home is fireproof?
ER24 paramedics are often called out to attend to injuries caused by household fires – and in winter the prevalence increases. Be aware of the risk factors for fires and
Arm to arm: Where blood goes after it’s donated and who it saves
Were it not for blood donors, life-saving medical treatment for trauma victims, complicated surgical procedures and cancer treatments would not be possible.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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The triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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Our radio-translucent theatre beds enable X-rays to be taken on the spot, without having to move the patient or disturb the procedure.
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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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We use the internationally recognised Oxford Vermont Network to keep our neonatal critical care units at the forefront of paediatric medicine.
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To make the most of every second, we strive to synchronise all our clocks in the hospital.
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We use a yacht-mast design for our cabling and keep it safely wound up in our trauma pedestals to avoid any accidents.
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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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We have backup generators for our backup generators so that we can provide uninterrupted expert care.
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What does triage mean?
‘Triage is a clinically proven method of categorising medical cases by how serious they are,’ says Dr Irma Aggenbach, Emergency Centre Manager at Mediclinic Panorama.
24 hours in the emergency centre
A day in the life of Dr Irma Aggenbach, Emergency Centre Manager at Mediclinic Panorama.
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Scrub areas in theatre are a minimum of 2.1m wide to accommodate at least two people at a time.
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We place oxygen-releasing, toxin-absorbing plants, like Sanseviera Trifasciata, around our hospitals.
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The triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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Our world-class neonatal units feature high frequency oscillatory ventilators to minimise lung trauma in premature babies.
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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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We monitor the temperature of our neonatal units as newborn babies are extremely sensitive to temperature change.
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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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Our hospitals have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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A baby has a 70% better chance of surviving a motor vehicle accident if in a secure car seat and properly restrained.
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We have backup generators for our backup generators so that we can provide uninterrupted expert care.
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A crash course in cycling accidents
There are three main culprits that may cause you and your bike to involuntarily part ways: hitting something, losing control, and speed. An orthopaedic surgeon explores what to do to limit injury in a cycling accident.
How to pin emergency contacts to your phone
The holiday season is the time of year when emergency services are the busiest as more people are on the roads or outdoors. We show you how to pin emergency contacts to your phone for quick access.
The basics on burns and how to treat them
The causes of burns are wide-ranging – but do you know how to identify the severity of a burn or how to treat it? An ER24 Critical Care paramedic tells us more.
Temperature’s rising [infographic]
The onset of a fever can often be a sign that there is an underlying problem. We take a look at what some of the conditions that can cause a fever and when a high temperature requires medical attention.
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