⛑️ What's in our Adult Med Kit? Be Your Own First Responder Just seven medications can treat almost every problem I see at urgent care. But you don't have these medications at home. They're prescription. That means you have to
Influenza Tamiflu Prepare yourself for flu season with oseltamivir, commonly known by its brand name, Tamiflu. In this post, you'll find essential insights on: What is oseltamivir (Tamiflu)? What Does Tamiflu Treat? How to tell
Do I need malaria medication for my trip? If your summer travel plans are taking you outside of the U.S. to a place where malaria is a concern, taking antimalarial medication is not just a good idea - it's essential.
What is ciprofloxacin used for? Ciprofloxacin (brand name Cipro®) is a common antibiotic prescribed to treat various types of bacterial infections. Read below to learn more about ciprofloxacin and how it can be used to treat common infections
Amoxicillin shortage: What it means for your family There's a national shortage of amoxicillin, one of the most commonly prescribed antibiotics. "High demand for amoxicillin is causing shortages amid child RSV surge" (WaPo, 11/2) "There’s a
preparation How to Survive Flu Season Introduction Flu season is here, and it's severe so far. We are seeing widespread cases of the flu virus (influenza) and RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), as well as COVID-19. Flu, RSV and COVID
Duration Health raises pre-seed round to deliver urgent care, anywhere We're excited to announce that we have closed our pre-seed round of fundraising. Our round is led by Kevin Carter, founder of Night Capital. Kevin previously led investments at SV Angel in Snapchat,
Announcing our partnership with The North Face Global Athlete Team We're excited to announce that Duration Health is partnering with The North Face Global Athlete Team. We'll be providing expedition medical care to this group of world-class athletes in support of their incredible adventures.
How do we decide which medications to include in a Duration Health Med Kit? Introduction The Duration Health medication formulary is based on the World Health Organization (WHO) Model List of Essential Medicines and was created to contain the most commonly prescribed medications for non-emergency but acute
Medication shortages are coming As if a global pandemic weren't enough to emphasize the fragility of our healthcare system, the escalating trade war is highlighting our dependence on China for essential medications like antibiotics. As reported by
coronavirus Coronavirus Part IV: What's next? On February 23, I wrote on this blog about what the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) might look like in the United States. Here's an excerpt: It's starting to get warmer outside... Indeed, fewer
coronavirus Coronavirus Part III: It's time to worry On February 21, the WHO announced cases of Coronavirus (COVID-19) that have no clear epidemiological link to China. This is very concerning. Until now, we've thought it impossible to contract the virus without
Pandemic Coronavirus Preparation (Part I) Introduction As you know, there are now more than 4,500 cases of a new respiratory coronavirus in China, with 106 reported deaths. There are 5 confirmed cases in the United States, but
travel 5 medications I wish I'd brought on my trip to Southeast Asia As an emergency room doctor, I keep these medications in my bag to treat the most common health problems while traveling. Everyone should travel with a medical kit, and I recommend you consider adding these items to your kit.
An open letter to Jon Snow about his survival supplies Hey there, Jon. Sorry to bother you. I know it's been a busy couple of weeks for you, preparing for the arrival of the Night King and everything.
defibrillator How not to drop dead What keeps the heart pumping, why it stops, and how to avoid the latter, from an ER doctor and disaster prep startup
hedging Hedging personal risk: What Wall Street gets wrong and doctors get right about disasters What Wall Street gets wrong and doctors get right about protecting your health and preparing for disasters
long tail The long-tail doctor visit that could save your life When protecting their greatest asset, their health, even expert investors neglect to address the long-tail risk.
Influenza Preparing for a flu pandemic How to prepare for a flu pandemic, from Duration Health, the boutique medical practice dedicated to disaster planning
Getting Started Welcome to Duration Health Duration Health is a boutique medical practice dedicated to keeping you and your family healthy when medical care becomes unavailable.
