“The advance of technology is based on making it fit in so that you don't really even notice it, so it's part of everyday life.” – Bill Gates, Co-founder, Microsoft. Technology is everywhere. From the first cup of your morning coffee to the metro you take to get home after work, we are constantly surrounded by technology. Artificial intelligence is the new normal and it is here to stay and drones are one of the most talked about features of such technological advancements.  So let's know more about drones and their role in the medical sector. DRRRRR- Drones!  Unmanned Aerial Veh ..read more

 In 2020, the neonatal mortality rate in India was 20.3 deaths per 1000 live births. While this number is gradually declining, neonatal deaths are very common in the country. With the neonatal mortality rate so high, it is extremely important to have modern facilities that cater to the needs of newborn babies. In February 2022, a newborn baby from Hyderabad faced breathing difficulties post-birth. Suspecting a potential heart issue, she was immediately transported to the Cardiac Center of Hyderabad. This transportation was safely executed via a neonatal ambulance which was equipped with a ..read more

When you think about ambulances, you often imagine them being driven from one place to another. But have you ever noticed ambulances on standby at events like fests and concerts?    Why are such standby ambulances becoming increasingly important?   Let’s find out!     On November 5, 2021, American rapper Travis Scott’s performance at the Astroworld Festival in Houston, Texas, turned into a “mass tragedy,” with eight people killed and hundreds injured due to an uncontrollable crowd rush. Over 300 victims were treated at a nearby field hospital.    The ava ..read more

The ambulance was surrounded by cars on both sides. It was a narrow road, and even the loud siren seemed to be of no use. Mahesh, who was behind the wheel, was frustrated due to the heavy traffic. He feared that the patient (who had a cardiac arrest only a few mins ago) would lose his life.   The paramedics were doing everything in their power to resuscitate him. However, at that moment, everything depended on Mahesh- the man driving the ambulance. He frantically signaled people to clear the road as he drove his way out to the hospital. The patient was rushed to the emergency ward and to ..read more

Imagine you’re on your regular commute to work and you notice someone suddenly collapse on the footpath next to you. What would be your first reaction? Would you be able to help them?   Most people are clueless in such situations due to a lack of first aid knowledge. You might call an ambulance quickly, but what if it’s too late before the ambulance arrives?   The Importance of First-Aid:   Did you know, approximately 17 million people die from cardiovascular diseases each year. Out of this 85% of deaths are contributed by heart attacks and strokes. Most people ignore the sympto ..read more

It was late in the evening when Ramesh, a 70-year-old man, felt a sudden pain in his chest. His family realized that he needed immediate medical care. The hospital was 9 miles away, and the lack of ambulance facilities and proper roads complicated the emergency. However, with some help, Ramesh reached the hospital on time. This is the story of Dhar, a small city in Madhya Pradesh where modern medical facilities are still beyond the reach of the people. Incidents like this motivated one young man, Aziz Khan, to take matters into his hands. He came up with the idea of a bike ambulance to serve ..read more

The advancement in EMS is a matter of interest for each one of us. It is one of those things that is far removed from the abstract and affects every life, whether directly or indirectly. Looking at the trends, it’s easy to ascertain that EMS has grown rapidly in the past few decades owing to the advancement in technology. It’s a welcome and significant change, especially when thousands of people are still losing their lives to delayed medical care. Advancement in EMS can fill this gap of care and timely response and help us save thousands of lives. That’s what matters. Technology and advancem ..read more

  Traffic accidents are a dreadful, catastrophic possibility that no one wants to encounter. Yet, they are one of the main causes of death across the world. In India alone, 3,74,397 accidental deaths occurred in 2020, with road crashes accounting for more than 35% of these fatalities. While there is no certain way of avoiding accidents, careful and responsible driving can minimise the probability of such a tragedy. Below are a few strategies that you can implement to prevent traffic accidents, even on the crowded roads of India. Driving responsibly As a driver, you need to develop the att ..read more

Let’s face it, teaching road safety rules to kids is not the easiest job in the world. Especially because it’s tough for the kids too to get all the complicated rules to stick to their memory without much practice. So, involving a few learning methods that engage kids actively is bound to make learning easier. There are many activities that you can try, including the following: Traffic park visit: Traffic parks are especially created to promote awareness of road safety and traffic rules. Typically, they are mini versions of real street networks, operating traffic signals and even staffed ..read more

Medical emergencies are characterised by the uncertainty they bring. One can never predict when and where they might need medical assistance. Moreover, with the continuously rising cost of medical assistance and other allied procedures, it’s also important that your chosen insurance plan covers all aspects of medical care, including ambulance charges. Yet, a lot of people skip this part. The fact is, not all health insurance policies cover ambulance costs, and you should check the policy details carefully to determine whether yours does or not. Does your medical health insurance cover ambulanc ..read more