First, a plea for objectivity. One powerful force complicating the COVID-19 pandemic continues to be the temptation to package information to fit preconceived outcomes. Over the last five months, the result of such wishful thinking has often been lax and ineffective disease interventions, and over this same interval United States deaths from COVID-19 have […]
“We need epi, stat!” This dramatic phrase – so familiar in emergency medicine – today possesses new significance. Epi (epinephrine), that lifesaving drug, also means epidemiology, that lifesaving science of disease investigation. Indeed, today we do need epi stat. Beyond COVID-19, current epi crises encompass Ebola, Zika, cholera, chikungunya MERS-CoV, malaria and influenza.
The COVID-19 Pandemic stretches most every sector of modern society. Healthcare, employment, education, transportation, and social relationships continue in upheaval. Fortunate for us, we live in the Information Age. Abundant knowledge is readily available to improve our response to these crises. But such knowledge is so voluminous, and sometimes so complex, that few
“Massive” “Colossal” and “Immense” – words that inadequately describe the magnitude of the explosion which convulsed Beirut, Lebanon, three days ago. With the force of an early atomic bomb, 2,700 tons of highly combustible ammonium nitrate ignited in the congested port city. Some 140 people were instantly incinerated, 5,000 people packed hospitals suffering from
What is the very best preparation for a healthcare career serving people who are low-income or cross-cultural? I would argue that the premier training is a service-learning experience supervised by an engaged, inspiring mentor. Under the guidance of a genuine role model, a learner can master both the nuances of professional practice and the
“In Mexico we built a COVID-19 field hospital and developed COVID management protocols for Central American migrants – all the while continuing daily health clinics and ongoing monitoring for COVID in the refugee settlements,” reports Kerrie Flynn, family nurse practitioner with the Massachusetts General Hospital Center for Global Health. Kerrie is an energetic
“How can international aid organizations better respond to human catastrophes, like what is unfolding at this moment in Yemen?” Khalid Eddahiri, United Nations Medical Officer and INMED Master’s in International Health (MIH) candidate, is tackling this compelling question for his MIH scholarly project. And what a virtuous undertaking! Today, more than 20 million people
The history of healthcare for the forgotten is highlighted by professionals who inspire their colleagues toward similar service. The Institute for International Medicine is honored to continue this effective tradition by announcing annual recipients of the INMED Awards. Browse their bios, read of their achievements, and be encouraged to follow their examples! INMED
“I want to take advantage of INMED’s learning opportunities, but I live in New York City…Budapest…Thailand…Phoenix.” We hear you! INMED core Professional Certificate Courses in International Medicine, International Nursing, and International Public Health are now available via online learning and virtual classroom! Meet our Spring 2020 graduates, screen captured above. From Fort Worth
Our plans have changed, and we bet yours have too. The 2020 Humanitarian Health Conference (HHC) is now a online live stream event! What are the advantages of this 15th annual conference? People from all over the world – including China, Russia, and Brazil – are taking part without the normal hindrances of