Articles for Medical Emergencies

Five reasons you should consider personal loan during medical emergencies
4 weeks ago

Five reasons you should consider personal loan during medical emergencies

Live Mint  

Medical emergencies can strike without a warning, forcing people and families into unexpected bills. In such a scenario, personal loans offer much-needed financial support so that you can navigate through difficult times without any stress. Here's a closer look at personal loans and how they might help during medical emergencies. Understanding personal loans A personal loan is a quick solution …

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How to handle medical emergencies? 5 essential steps everyone should be aware of
4 months ago

How to handle medical emergencies? 5 essential steps everyone should be aware of

Hindustan Times  

Medical emergencies can occur anytime, especially when one least expects it however, being ready and knowing how to react can make a difference in the results during such situations. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr Amit Nabar, Director - Emergency Dept and Community Medicine at SL Raheja Hospital in Mahim, outlined the five vital actions that every person should …

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Travel Smart: Understanding the Types of Travel Insurance Policies
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Travel Smart: Understanding the Types of Travel Insurance Policies

Hindustan Times  

From enjoying a vacation at a scenic beach to attending important meetings in board rooms, we travel for various reasons. While you may know the many cases – from baggage loss to medical emergencies – in which a travel insurance policy can help, are you aware of the different types of travel insurance policies available? Student Travel Insurance: Exclusively meant …

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'Thank you, India for...', says pro-China Maldivian President Muizzu in a rare gesture | KNOW WHY
4 months, 3 weeks ago

'Thank you, India for...', says pro-China Maldivian President Muizzu in a rare gesture | KNOW WHY

India TV News  

Male: The Maldives has resumed using a Dornier aircraft and two helicopters gifted by India for medical evacuations after the two countries reached an understanding over the repatriation of Indian military personnel operating the three aviation platforms in the archipelagic nation, media reports said on Saturday. The Maldives National Defence Force told local media that the provision of medical evacuation …

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Bombay High Court Orders Mandatory Presence Of Medical Facilities In All Schools & Colleges Across Maharashtra
5 months ago

Bombay High Court Orders Mandatory Presence Of Medical Facilities In All Schools & Colleges Across Maharashtra

Live Law  

In a first, the Bombay High Court has ordered all educational institutions in Maharashtra to provide proper first aid and medical facilities for students and employees of the schools and colleges within the college premises, so as to provide immediate possible treatment in cases of emergencies. The bench noted that the State's Higher and Technical Education Department had issued a …

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How to choose the right Schengen travel insurance policy?
5 months, 2 weeks ago

How to choose the right Schengen travel insurance policy?

Hindustan Times  

Planning a journey across the enchanting landscapes and vibrant cultures of Europe? Schengen travel insurance policy: Secure your Schengen visa with travel insurance, covering medical emergencies and trip disruptions. Schengen Travel Insurance stands as your steadfast companion, shielding you from unexpected hurdles with comprehensive coverage that includes everything from medical emergencies to flight cancellations and even unforeseen incidents like lost …

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Despite Supreme Court ruling, the future of emergency abortions is still unclear for US women
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Despite Supreme Court ruling, the future of emergency abortions is still unclear for US women

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court did not settle the debate over whether federal law requires hospitals to stabilize pregnant patients with emergency abortions on Wednesday, despite saying Idaho hospitals can provide abortions in medical emergencies even with the state’s restrictions. Health and legal experts say Thursday’s order that divided the Supreme Court’s conservatives does nothing to protect pregnant women …

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Supreme Court rejects Idaho’s appeal — for now — to ban abortions in medical emergencies
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Supreme Court rejects Idaho’s appeal — for now — to ban abortions in medical emergencies

LA Times  

A group of doctors join abortion rights supporters at a rally outside the Supreme Court on April 24 in Washington. The Supreme Court retreated Thursday from ruling on Idaho’s near total ban on abortions, leaving in place a judge’s order that for now allows doctors to perform abortions when necessary in medical emergencies. The justices in an unsigned order said …

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Justices seem set to allow emergency abortions in Idaho for now, a prematurely posted opinion says
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Justices seem set to allow emergency abortions in Idaho for now, a prematurely posted opinion says

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court appears poised to allow emergency abortions in Idaho when a pregnant patient’s health is at serious risk, according to a copy of the opinion briefly posted on the court’s website Wednesday and obtained by Bloomberg News. The decision would reverse the Supreme Court’s earlier order that allowed an Idaho abortion ban to temporarily go into …

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Heatstroke unit and more beds: How Delhi hospitals are handling heat-related emergencies
6 months ago

Heatstroke unit and more beds: How Delhi hospitals are handling heat-related emergencies

Firstpost  

Hospitals in the Delhi-NCR are seeing an influx of patients with complaints of heatstroke and heat exhaustion as the mercury continues to soar. The state government has ordered all hospitals to ensure immediate attention to patients and make more beds available A person drinks water as other rest under the shade of trees as the city continues in the grip …

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US Supreme Court weighs Idaho's strict abortion ban in medical emergencies
7 months, 4 weeks ago

US Supreme Court weighs Idaho's strict abortion ban in medical emergencies

Hindustan Times  

By John Kruzel and Andrew Chung US Supreme Court weighs Idaho's strict abortion ban in medical emergencies WASHINGTON -The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday waded back into the battle over abortion access during arguments in a case pitting Idaho's strict Republican-backed abortion ban against a federal law that ensures that patients can receive emergency care. Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar, who …

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Takeaways from the Supreme Court’s oral arguments over emergency abortions
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Takeaways from the Supreme Court’s oral arguments over emergency abortions

CNN  

CNN — In a Supreme Court hearing on the Biden administration’s challenge to aspects of Idaho’s strict abortion ban, US Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar sought to appeal to conservative justices who just two years ago ruled that states should have the ability to prohibit the procedure. As Turner danced around the “difficult” and “tough” situation her question as posing, she …

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World Health Day: How To Access Funds During Medical Emergencies?
8 months, 2 weeks ago

World Health Day: How To Access Funds During Medical Emergencies?

News 18  

Medical emergencies can strike suddenly and unexpectedly, causing immense stress and uncertainty, leaving individuals grappling not only with health concerns but also with the stress of medical bills. This World Health Day, let us explore the options available for covering medical expenses and emphasize the importance of responsible borrowing in times of emergencies. Medical Payment Plans: Many healthcare providers offer …

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The Supreme Court is allowing Idaho to enforce its strict abortion ban, even in medical emergencies
11 months, 2 weeks ago

The Supreme Court is allowing Idaho to enforce its strict abortion ban, even in medical emergencies

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Friday allowed Idaho to enforce its strict abortion ban, even in medical emergencies, while a legal fight continues. In a statement Friday night, President Joe Biden objected to the high court’s decision and said his administration “will continue to defend a woman’s ability to access emergency care under federal law.” Idaho makes it a …

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California doctors analyzed detained migrants’ medical emergencies. Here’s what they found
1 year ago

California doctors analyzed detained migrants’ medical emergencies. Here’s what they found

LA Times  

In this 2019 photo, detainees talk on telephones at the Adelanto ICE Processing Center in Adelanto, Calif. An investigation published Wednesday in the Journal of the American Medical Assn. The study, led by Dr. Annette Dekker, an assistant professor of emergency medicine at UCLA, analyzed about 1,200 emergencies from 2018 through 2022 at three detention centers: the Adelanto ICE Processing …

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Texas judge temporarily lifts abortion ban for medical emergencies
1 year, 4 months ago

Texas judge temporarily lifts abortion ban for medical emergencies

The Hindu  

A court in Texas on Friday issued a temporary order siding with a group of women and doctors who brought a lawsuit challenging the state's abortion bans. The case, which was filed by the Center for Reproductive Rights, argues that the way medical exceptions are defined in Texas' laws is confusing, stoking fear among doctors and causing a "health crisis." …

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What is general insurance?
1 year, 6 months ago

What is general insurance?

Deccan Chronicle  

General insurance refers to a category of insurance policies that provide coverage for various non-life risks faced by individuals and businesses. Unlike life insurance, which focuses on providing financial protection in the event of death, general insurance offers protection against unforeseen events such as accidents, property damage, liability claims, theft, natural disasters, and more. In India, there are several common …

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Expert's Guide On How To Save For Emergency Fund
1 year, 6 months ago

Expert's Guide On How To Save For Emergency Fund

News 18  

An emergency fund is crucial for individuals because it provides financial security and peace of mind in the face of unexpected events. Avinash Ramachandran, chief operations officer, Assurekit shares if you don’t have an emergency fund, you may be forced to put these expenses on credit cards or borrow money from friends or family. An emergency fund acts as your …

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Texas abortion law: the new unintended crisis that could explode in the state.
1 year, 9 months ago

Texas abortion law: the new unintended crisis that could explode in the state.

Slate  

For three days last fall, Leah Wilson entered her pregnant patient’s hospital room and checked the fetus for a heartbeat. “These are things that I haven’t seen in, you know, 20 years of practicing OB, 14 years of practicing high-risk OB—I’ve never run into these situations where people are wondering what to do.” The inability to provide what they say …

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5 Texas women denied abortions sue the state, saying the bans put them in danger
1 year, 9 months ago

5 Texas women denied abortions sue the state, saying the bans put them in danger

NPR  

5 Texas women denied abortions sue the state, saying the bans put them in danger Enlarge this image toggle caption Sarah McCammon/NPR Sarah McCammon/NPR AUSTIN — Five women who were denied abortions under Texas law while facing medical crises are suing the state, asking a judge to clarify exceptions to the laws. " have been denied necessary and potentially life-saving …

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Unitech Case | Supreme Court Directs Rs 13.19 Crore To Be Repaid To 548 FD Holders For Medical Emergencies
1 year, 10 months ago

Unitech Case | Supreme Court Directs Rs 13.19 Crore To Be Repaid To 548 FD Holders For Medical Emergencies

Live Law  

In the proceedings concerning investments made homebuyers of the Unitech project, which was abandoned after swindling by the promoters, an Action Taken Report was placed before the Supreme court by Mr N Venkataraman, Additional Solicitor General. The court directed for an amount of Rs 13.19 crore to be repaid on medical emergencies to 548 FD holders in terms of the …

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During in-flight emergencies, sometimes airlines’ medical kits fall short
1 year, 11 months ago

During in-flight emergencies, sometimes airlines’ medical kits fall short

Salon  

In March, a Frontier Airlines flight was headed from Phoenix to Las Vegas when a female passenger stopped breathing. While covid-19 ushered in new health and cleaning protocols designed to make airplane travel safer, incidents like Coley's raise questions about airlines' readiness for medical emergencies because of incomplete or insufficient medical kits and the training of flight crews, who often …

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‘Golden hour’ response key to safer mass gatherings
2 years ago

‘Golden hour’ response key to safer mass gatherings

Hindustan Times  

India is in festive mode as the year comes to an end, with large-scale gatherings and celebrations through to the new year. From unstructured or lack of readiness, to availability of emergency response service in the region, and to the long waiting time for medical help to arrive, mass gatherings and corporate events can be silent killers during medical emergencies. …

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Lawyer’s mission: Translate Tenn.'s bewildering abortion ban
2 years, 3 months ago

Lawyer’s mission: Translate Tenn.'s bewildering abortion ban

Associated Press  

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Chloe Akers considers herself a grizzled criminal defense attorney. “That’s the most frustrating part about this whole endeavor is feeling like I’m on a merry-go-round, going round and round.” When she first began her tour, she thought of it as a pragmatic, apolitical effort to explain the law without the fervor of the abortion wars. “But I …

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