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Air India has partnered with MedAire, a provider of aviation medical support, to enhance emergency healthcare services for its passengers and crew during flights. This collaboration aims not only to manage medical emergencies but also to minimize the need for medical diversions by offering real-time professional assistance, thereby reducing passenger inconvenience. MedAire will utilize its Medlink app to ensure round-the-clock access to emergency physicians with specialized knowledge in aviation. This team will provide consultations during in-flight medical situations, helping to assess medical conditions and recommend appropriate care. In cases where a diversion is deemed necessary, MedAire’s network will suggest the most suitable airport for an emergency landing and alert the airport to handle the situation effectively. Air India CEO Campbell Wilson expressed confidence in MedAire’s expertise, highlighting that their support services will meet the needs of the airline’s expanding operations. Wilson noted that this collaboration will also enable Air India to assess a passenger’s health condition at the airport before boarding, if required. This proactive measure could prevent in-flight medical events and potential diversions, thereby reducing the risks associated with unplanned landings. The partnership with MedAire represents a significant step forward for Air India in ensuring the safety and well-being of its passengers and crew. By providing immediate access to specialized medical advice and support, the airline aims to handle medical emergencies more efficiently and ensure smoother operations. The ability to pre-assess health conditions at the airport further enhances passenger safety, making air travel with Air India more secure and reliable. This initiative reflects Air India’s commitment to leveraging advanced medical support technologies to improve the overall flight experience and operational efficiency.

"Excited to share our latest publication on LinkedIn! 📢 Our team (myself, Nalini Chintalapudi , Antonio Arcese, Fabio Sibilio, Marzio Di Canio), led by Prof Francesco Amenta, has delved into the crucial topic of managing medical emergencies on commercial flights. 🛫✈️ Our paper discusses the strategies employed by top airlines worldwide in responding to such incidents, emphasizing the importance of crew training, onboard medical resources, and ground-based medical support. We explore the potential of advanced telemedicine solutions for real-time consultations between aircraft and medical professionals on the ground, paving the way for safer air travel. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dBP-xg_A #MedicalEmergencies #AviationMedicine #TravelSafety"

Minimise travel time. Save lives. As an aeromedical emergency transport service, Medevac is the fastest and most efficient method for transporting individuals in need of immediate medical attention. . Ideal for the critically ill, those unable to travel long distances and individuals in remote areas without suitable medical facilities, Medevac aircrafts are fully equipped air ambulances. They come with ICU capabilities, oxygen, doctors and emergency operating facilities. Our global expertise allows us to provide Air Ambulance Aircrafts tailored to any patient conditions or needs and ensures the best possible care during transport. Visit our website to find out more https://bit.ly/3yMOq5e #Medevac #AirAmbulance #EmergencyTransport #Aeromedical #MedicalEvacuation #SaveLives #CriticalCare #PatientTransport #RemoteMedicalAccess #AirICU #MedicalTransport #LifeSavingTransport #FastMedicalResponse #EmergencyMedicalService #GlobalMedicalTransport #MedicalFlight #RapidResponse #HealthTransport #AirRescue #MedicalEmergency #PatientCare #AirAmbulanceService #EmergencyCare #AeromedicalService #CriticalIllnessCare #MedicalSupport #ImmediateMedicalCare #MedicalAircraft #ICUTransport #HealthcareLogistics #EmergencyResponse

"After years of climbing in and out of medical helicopters and jet aircraft, one thing remains the same: it's not possible without ground transportation"   In this case study for the Air Ambulance Review, AeroLYFT Transport Solutions®, Founder and CEO, John Watson discusses the issues around a significant decline in ground transport services provided to fixed-wing crews when rendezvousing in the United States, specifically.   John highlights the problems of using ride-share services like LYFT® to complete the non-patient portion of their ground transports and dealing with delays in ambulance availability.   Read more about AeroLYFT's urgent response to transferring a critical patient in need of a lung transplant, leaving Miami, en route to New York ⬇️ #criticalcaretransport #criticalcaremedicine #medicalcare #airambulances #groundtransportation

Doctors board flights just like the rest of us, planning to watch movies, read, work or sleep. Yet they are frequently called to evaluate passengers with unknown medical emergencies. While many doctors (or their flight companions) feel morally obligated to volunteer, they often face highly uncomfortable situations, trying to diagnose outside their specialty, with limited equipment—in tiny spaces at high altitudes. The number of global air passengers is expected to reach more than four billion this year, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Medical emergencies happen on about 1 in 604 flights, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, but its recent report on air travel says the total is likely to rise with more people traveling and a greater percentage of older travelers. Volunteer doctors show up in almost half of in-flight medical emergencies, according to the CDC. The most common incidents are fainting, in 37% of cases, respiratory symptoms, 12%, nausea or vomiting, 10%, cardiac symptoms, 8%, and seizures, 6%. A death on a flight is rare, reported in 0.3% of emergencies, and the majority were due to heart conditions.  Read more from Kathleen Hughes—who has volunteered her semiretired heart surgeon husband three times: https://lnkd.in/evvxA3Zv

Over the weekend I completed the latest online offering from Crisis Medicine LLC, ‘Air Travel Emergencies’; the class was 7 total hours, of which 4 hours qualify for CAPCE credit, and wanted to leave a short review. The material covers in-flight medical emergencies, utilization of emergency equipment on the plane, what to expect during an evacuation or crash, and what First Responders traveling as passengers need to know to assist during an emergency. As a fairly frequent flyer, circa 30 international flights per year, I have to hold my hand up to having become a little blasé about watching the safety demo, reading the safety card or even mentally clocking where my nearest emergency exit is located, so this course has definitely given me a hard-reset! I have responded to the “is there a doctor on board?” PA call quite a few times over the years, and the differences in emergency medical equipment across carrier airlines is immense- a whole section of this course goes into the whys & wherefores for this, but also (reassuringly) breaks down the most common medical presentations encountered mid-flight. Whilst aviation crashes are mercifully rare, precautionary emergency evacuations are far more frequent- and often involve injuries to those involved. I found the course content to be superbly well researched, with supporting data clearly explained & presented and with a ‘natural’ flow to the lesson progression. The presenter, Dr Mike Schertz, has obviously spent a considerable amount of time putting this together. This is not necessarily a course for pure medical providers by any stretch, but I would heartily recommend for all frequent air travelers- I’m all for a bit of self-preservation 😊

Dealing with In-Flight Deaths: Adhering to IATA Guidelines https://lnkd.in/e9kq6G2s In the domain of aviation, ensuring the safety and well-being of passengers is a top priority. Unfortunately, there are instances where a passenger might experience a medical emergency and, tragically, even pass away during a flight. This somber occurrence is referred to as a "Death on Board" (DOB) incident. To guide airlines and flight crews in handling such distressing events with professionalism and empathy, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has developed comprehensive guidelines. The IATA guidelines outline a structured approach for handling DOB incidents, particularly addressing the critical aspect of when to cease resuscitation efforts. Cabin crew members trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) are advised to continue CPR until certain criteria are met. These criteria include the resumption of spontaneous breathing and circulation, or circumstances where continuing CPR becomes unsafe or physically unsustainable. Moreover, the guidelines provide a clear protocol for managing a confirmed or presumed death on board. This includes informing the captain immediately, relocating the deceased to an appropriate seating area, and ensuring the body is respectfully handled and secured, either in a body bag or covered with a blanket up to the neck. It emphasizes the importance of gathering necessary contact information from the deceased person's travel companions and disembarking other passengers before attending to the deceased's family and awaiting the arrival of appropriate local authorities. Additionally, the guidelines acknowledge the potential need for specific considerations in cases of communicable diseases, offering guidance on how to handle the body in such situations. Furthermore, it recommends member airlines to establish a clear policy on 'Do Not Resuscitate' (DNR) orders, enhancing the preparedness of aircrew in handling such sensitive scenarios. In summary, the IATA guidelines on managing DOB incidents are fundamental in ensuring a dignified and professional approach when faced with such unfortunate events. Adhering to these guidelines allows airlines and flight crews to uphold the respect and compassion owed to both the deceased and their grieving family, making a distressing situation slightly more manageable within the realm of aviation safety and passenger welfare.

Exciting news! Check out the latest issue of #ITIJmagazine for an insightful Air Rescue Group piece on the indispensable role of mission controllers in #airambulance operations. Discover how these unsung heroes ensure seamless coordination, rapid response, life-saving medical transportation, and cost savings for both patients and #insurers. Don't miss out on this fascinating read -https://okt.to/KUp3S8

Exciting news! Check out the latest issue of #ITIJmagazine for an insightful Air Rescue Group piece on the indispensable role of mission controllers in #airambulance operations. Discover how these unsung heroes ensure seamless coordination, rapid response, life-saving medical transportation, and cost savings for both patients and #insurers. Don't miss out on this fascinating read -https://okt.to/MVoUEg

Check out the latest issue of #ITIJmagazine for an insightful Air Rescue Group piece on the indispensable role of mission controllers in #airambulance operations. Discover how these unsung heroes ensure seamless coordination, rapid response, life-saving medical transportation, and cost savings for both patients and #insurers. Don't miss out on this fascinating read -https://okt.to/492np1