Cyclonic Storms
Thyroid Crisis
Disasters
New Orleans
Floods
Relief Work
Ventricular Fibrillation
Tachycardia, Ventricular
Preparing for disaster: response matrices in the USA and UK. (1/195)
(+info)Access to care among displaced Mississippi residents in FEMA travel trailer parks two years after Katrina. (2/195)
(+info)Internet-based morbidity and mortality surveillance among Hurricane Katrina evacuees in Georgia. (3/195)
INTRODUCTION: The Internet has revolutionized the way public health surveillance is conducted. Georgia has used it for notifiable disease reporting, electronic outbreak management, and early event detection. We used it in our public health response to the 125,000 Hurricane Katrina evacuees who came to Georgia. METHODS: We developed Internet-based surveillance forms for evacuation shelters and an Internet-based death registry. District epidemiologists, hospital-based physicians, and medical examiners/coroners electronically completed the forms. We analyzed these data and data from emergency departments used by the evacuees. RESULTS: Shelter residents and patients who visited emergency departments reported primarily chronic diseases. Among 33 evacuee deaths, only 2 were from infectious diseases, and 1 was indirectly related to the hurricane. CONCLUSION: The Internet was essential to collect health data from multiple locations, by many different people, and for multiple types of health encounters during Georgia's Hurricane Katrina public health response. (+info)RGS2 and generalized anxiety disorder in an epidemiologic sample of hurricane-exposed adults. (4/195)
(+info)Hurricane Katrina: impact on cardiac surgery case volume and outcomes. (5/195)
Hurricane Katrina produced a surge of patient referrals to our facility for cardiac surgery. We sought to determine the impact of this abrupt volume change on operative outcomes. Using our cardiac surgery database, which is part of the Department of Veterans Affairs' Continuous Improvement in Cardiac Surgery Program, we compared procedural outcomes for all cardiac operations that were performed in the year before the hurricane (Year A, 29 August 2004-28 August 2005) and the year after (Year B, 30 August 2005-29 August 2006). Mortality was examined as unadjusted rates and as risk-adjusted observed-to-expected ratios. We identified 433 cardiac surgery cases: 143 (33%) from Year A and 290 (67%) from Year B. The operative mortality rate was 2.8% during Year A (observed-to-expected ratio, 0.4) and 2.8% during Year B (observed-to-expected ratio, 0.6) (P = 0.9). We identified several factors that enabled our institution to accommodate the increase in surgical volume during the study period. We conclude that, although Hurricane Katrina caused a sudden, dramatic increase in the number of cardiac operations that were performed at our facility, good surgical outcomes were maintained. (+info)Spatial patterns of natural hazards mortality in the United States. (6/195)
(+info)Health of Medicare Advantage plan enrollees at 1 year after Hurricane Katrina. (7/195)
OBJECTIVE: To assess the effects of Hurricane Katrina on mortality, morbidity, disease prevalence, and service utilization during 1 year in a cohort of 20,612 older adults who were living in New Orleans, Louisiana, before the disaster and who were enrolled in a managed care organization (MCO). STUDY DESIGN: Observational study comparing mortality, morbidity, and service use for 1 year before and after Hurricane Katrina, augmented by a stratified random sample of 303 enrollees who participated in a telephone survey after Hurricane Katrina. METHODS: Sources of data for health and service use were MCO claims. Mortality was based on reports to the MCO from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services; morbidity was measured using adjusted clinical groups case-mix methods derived from diagnoses in ambulatory and hospital claims data. RESULTS: Mortality in the year following Hurricane Katrina was not significantly elevated (4.3% before vs 4.9% after the hurricane). However, overall morbidity increased by 12.6% (P <.001) compared with a 3.4% increase among a national sample of Medicare managed care enrollees. Nonwhite subjects from Orleans Parish experienced a morbidity increase of 15.9% (P <.001). The prevalence of numerous treated medical conditions increased, and emergency department visits and hospitalizations remained significantly elevated during the year. CONCLUSIONS: The enormous health burden experienced by older individuals and the disruptions in service utilization reveal the long-term effects of Hurricane Katrina on this vulnerable population. Although quick rebuilding of the provider network may have attenuated more severe health outcomes for this managed care population, new policies must be introduced to deal with the health consequences of a major disaster. (+info)Katrina and the Thai Tsunami - water quality and public health aspects mitigation and research needs. (8/195)
The South East Asian Tsunami in Thailand and Hurricane Katrina in the United States were natural disasters of different origin but of similar destruction and response. Both disasters exhibited synonymous health outcomes and similar structural damage from large surges of water, waves, and flooding. A systematic discussion and comparison of the disasters in Thailand and the Gulf Coast considers both calamities to be similar types of disaster in different coastal locations. Thus valuable comparisons can be made for improvements in response, preparedness and mitigation. Research needs are discussed and recommendations made regarding potential methologies. Recommendations are made to: (1) improve disaster response time in terms of needs assessments for public health and environmental data collection; (2) develop an access-oriented data sharing policy; and (3) prioritize natural geomorphic structures such as barrier islands, mangroves, and wetlands to help reduce the scale of future natural disasters. Based on the experiences gained opportunities to enhance disaster preparedness through research are presented. (+info)The exact cause of thyroid crisis is not fully understood, but it is believed to be related to an autoimmune response that triggers the release of excessive amounts of thyroid hormones into the bloodstream. This can lead to a rapid increase in heart rate, cardiac arrhythmias, and other serious complications.
There are two main types of thyroid crisis:
1. Graves' disease-related thyroid crisis: This type is more common and typically affects people with Graves' disease, an autoimmune disorder that causes the thyroid gland to produce too much thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).
2. Toxic multinodular goiter-related thyroid crisis: This type is less common and occurs when multiple nodules in the thyroid gland produce excessive amounts of thyroid hormones.
The symptoms of thyroid crisis can vary depending on the severity of the condition, but they may include:
* Fever
* Vomiting
* Abdominal pain
* Diarrhea
* Heart palpitations
* Rapid heart rate
* Cardiac arrhythmias
* Shortness of breath
* Seizures
* Coma
If you suspect that you or someone else is experiencing thyroid crisis, it is essential to seek medical attention immediately. Treatment typically involves hospitalization and may include the following:
1. Thyroid hormone-blocking medications: These drugs can help reduce the levels of thyroid hormones in the bloodstream and alleviate symptoms.
2. Antibiotics: If there are signs of infection, antibiotics may be prescribed to prevent or treat the infection.
3. Corticosteroids: These medications can help reduce inflammation in the thyroid gland and other parts of the body.
4. Cardiac support: In severe cases, cardiac support such as a pacemaker or defibrillator may be necessary to regulate the heart rhythm.
5. Surgery: In some cases, surgery may be required to remove part or all of the thyroid gland.
Preventing Thyroid Crisis
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While there is no guaranteed way to prevent thyroid crisis, there are several measures you can take to reduce your risk:
1. Monitor your thyroid function: Regular blood tests can help identify any changes in thyroid hormone levels and allow for early treatment.
2. Manage underlying medical conditions: Conditions such as hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid nodules can increase the risk of thyroid crisis. Proper management of these conditions can help reduce the risk.
3. Avoid stimulating the thyroid gland: Avoiding activities that stimulate the thyroid gland, such as strenuous exercise or excessive iodine intake, can help reduce the risk of thyroid crisis.
4. Seek prompt medical attention: If you experience any symptoms of thyroid crisis, seek prompt medical attention. Early treatment can help prevent complications and improve outcomes.
5. Be aware of your medications: Certain medications, such as steroids and amiodarone, can increase the risk of thyroid crisis. Be aware of the potential risks and discuss any concerns with your healthcare provider.
Living with Thyroid Crisis
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Living with thyroid crisis can be challenging, but there are several resources and support options available to help you manage the condition:
1. Healthcare team: Your healthcare provider is your primary source of information and support. They can provide guidance on managing the condition and address any questions or concerns you may have.
2. Online resources: There are several online resources and support groups available for people with thyroid crisis, such as the American Thyroid Association and the Thyroid Foundation of America. These organizations provide information, resources, and support for people with thyroid conditions.
3. Support groups: Joining a support group can provide a sense of community and help you connect with others who are going through similar experiences.
4. Self-care: Engaging in self-care activities such as exercise, meditation, and relaxation techniques can help manage stress and improve overall well-being.
5. Advocating for yourself: Learning to advocate for yourself and your health is essential when living with thyroid crisis. Be proactive and assertive when communicating with your healthcare provider and loved ones about your needs and concerns.
Conclusion
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Thyroid crisis, also known as thyroid storm or thyrotoxic crisis, is a life-threatening condition that requires prompt medical attention. It occurs when the thyroid gland becomes overactive and releases excessive amounts of thyroid hormones into the bloodstream. This can lead to symptoms such as fever, rapid heart rate, and muscle weakness.
If you suspect you or someone you know is experiencing a thyroid crisis, it is essential to seek medical attention immediately. Early treatment can help prevent complications and improve outcomes. Living with thyroid crisis can be challenging, but there are several resources and support options available to help manage the condition. By being proactive and advocating for yourself, you can improve your quality of life and manage this condition effectively.
In Vfib, the electrical activity of the heart becomes disorganized, leading to a fibrillatory pattern of contraction. This means that the ventricles are contracting in a rapid, unsynchronized manner, rather than the coordinated, synchronized contractions that occur in normal heart function.
Vfib can be caused by a variety of factors, including coronary artery disease, heart attack, cardiomyopathy, and electrolyte imbalances. It can also be triggered by certain medications, such as digoxin, or by electrical shocks to the heart.
Symptoms of Vfib include palpitations, shortness of breath, chest pain, and loss of consciousness. If not treated promptly, Vfib can lead to cardiac arrest and death.
Treatment of Vfib typically involves electrical cardioversion, which involves delivering an electric shock to the heart to restore a normal heart rhythm. In some cases, medications may also be used to help regulate the heart rhythm. In more severe cases, surgery or other interventions may be necessary to address any underlying causes of Vfib.
Overall, ventricular fibrillation is a serious medical condition that requires prompt treatment to prevent complications and ensure effective cardiac function.
Tachycardia, ventricular can be classified into several types based on its duration and the presence of other symptoms. These include:
1. Paroxysmal ventricular tachycardia (PVT): This is a rapid heart rate that occurs in episodes lasting less than 30 seconds and may be accompanied by palpitations, shortness of breath, or dizziness.
2. Sustained ventricular tachycardia: This is a rapid heart rate that persists for more than 30 seconds and may require medical intervention to return the heart to normal rhythm.
3. Ventricular fibrillation (VF): This is a life-threatening condition in which the ventricles are unable to pump blood effectively due to rapid, disorganized electrical activity.
Symptoms of tachycardia, ventricular may include:
* Palpitations or rapid heartbeat
* Shortness of breath
* Dizziness or lightheadedness
* Chest pain or discomfort
* Fatigue or weakness
Diagnosis of tachycardia, ventricular is typically made based on a physical examination, medical history, and results of diagnostic tests such as electrocardiogram (ECG), echocardiogram, or stress test. Treatment options may include medications to regulate heart rhythm, cardioversion to restore normal heart rhythm, and in some cases, implantation of a cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) to prevent sudden death.
In summary, tachycardia, ventricular is a rapid heart rate that originates in the ventricles and can be caused by a variety of conditions. It is important to seek medical attention if symptoms persist or worsen over time. With proper diagnosis and treatment, it is possible to manage the condition and improve quality of life.
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Intensify3
- As per the weather department, the deep depression is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm - named ' Cyclone Asani ' - and make landfall near the port city of Thandwe in Myanmar . (timesnownews.com)
- Cyclonic Storm 'Biparjoy' likely to intensify. (indiatvnews.com)
- This satellite image provided by India Meteorological Department shows storm Mocha intensify into a very severe cyclonic storm. (wreg.com)
Hurricanes3
- We're looking at totally 13 named storms, five hurricanes and two major hurricanes that is what we expect. (cdc.gov)
- Some of the worst historical impacts, historical events occurred because of slow moving or stalled tropical storms, not even hurricanes. (cdc.gov)
- Hurricanes and tropical storms can also spawn tornadoes and lead to flooding . (medlineplus.gov)
Severe4
- In 2014 and 2015, post-monsoon extremely severe cyclonic storms (ESCS)-tropical storms with lifetime maximum winds greater than 46 m s −1 -were first observed over the Arabian Sea (ARB), causing widespread damage. (confex.com)
- Satellite images, weather maps and tracks of Very Severe Cyclonic Storm 04B 2000, December 23 - 27. (zoom.earth)
- Authorities in Bangladesh and Myanmar prepared to evacuate hundreds of thousands of people Friday, warning them to stay away from coastal areas as a severe cyclonic storm churned in the Bay of Bengal. (wreg.com)
- A hurricane is a severe type of tropical storm. (medlineplus.gov)
Cyclones1
- Elevated case counts and outbreaks have been attributed to individual storms ( 8 ), but the effect of tropical cyclones on specific waterborne infections has not been evaluated over multiple storm seasons. (cdc.gov)
Hemisphere1
- Northern hemisphere CYCLONIC STORMS east of the International Dateline to the Greenwich Meridian, with winds over 74 mph. (nih.gov)
Rainfall2
- We separately defined storm exposure for windspeed, rainfall, and proximity to the storm track. (cdc.gov)
- Exposure to storm-related rainfall was associated with a 48% (95% CI 27%-69%) increase in Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli infections 1 week after storms and a 42% (95% CI 22%-62%) in increase Legionnaires' disease 2 weeks after storms. (cdc.gov)
Tropical3
- If a tropical storm stalls out like the classic one did over South Georgia a few years back, the rain impact can be horrifying. (cdc.gov)
- In southern Africa, cholera outbreaks are occurring amid seasonal rains and tropical storms that have caused heavy flooding. (who.int)
- In Mozambique, Tropical Storm Freddy, which made landfall on 24 February, has caused widespread infrastructure damage. (who.int)
Hurricane1
- A direct storm impact is not required for there to be personal or professional impacts from a hurricane. (cdc.gov)
Surge1
- In May 2008, Cyclone Nargis hit Myanmar with a storm surge that devastated populated areas around the Irrawaddy River delta. (wreg.com)
Coastal areas1
- In coastal areas, very high tides called storm surges cause extensive damage. (medlineplus.gov)
Winds2
- This area is important for understanding surface weather, upper air storms tend to be steered in the direction of the winds at this level and are highly correlated with surface weather. (weather.gov)
- But I have to remind myself that the storm brought high winds to the area of California being ravaged by the mammoth King Fire , complicating firefighting efforts. (discovermagazine.com)
Myanmar1
- The storm is expected to roar in on Sunday with a wind speed of up to 160 kilometers per hour (100 miles per hour), gusting to 175 kph (110 mph) between Cox's Bazar in Bangladesh and Kyaukpyu in Myanmar, India's Meteorological Department said. (wreg.com)
Outbreaks1
- although extreme weather events have been associated with gastrointestinal illness or specific outbreaks ( 23 - 25 ), some storms have been found to have no effect on incidence of cases ( 26 ). (cdc.gov)
Heavy1
- However, the heavy flooding and cyclonic events in parts of southern Africa risk fuelling the spread of the disease," said Dr Matshidiso Moeti, World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Africa. (who.int)
Data1
- We worked on the study which included developing the cyclonic climatology and generate synthetic cyclonic data base equivalent to 1000 years.The calibrated modeling frameworks in stage one was used to carry out a comprehensive Monte Carlo Simulation establishing the cyclonic design criteria at nine different mooring sites. (bmt.org)
Water7
- Storm-driven flooding contaminates environmental, recreational, and drinking water sources, but few studies have examined effects on specific infections over time. (cdc.gov)
- Among many storm-related hazards, extreme flooding is a concern because it can lead to the contamination of recreational, irrigation, and drinking water sources ( 4 - 6 ) and might increase risks for transmission of waterborne infectious diseases ( 7 ). (cdc.gov)
- Cyclonic storms drive transmission because floodwater mobilizes pathogens in the environment and inundates water system infrastructure, which causes further contamination through ineffective treatment or sewage overflows ( 15 , 16 ). (cdc.gov)
- After cyclonic storms, high pathogen loads frequently are detected in floodwater ( 17 , 18 ) and in environmental and drinking water sources ( 19 - 21 ). (cdc.gov)
- Cyclonic storms can also lead to different types of contamination depending on the land use and drinking water or sanitation infrastructure of affected regions. (cdc.gov)
- We may only have 24 hours or less of warning because of the pop-up storms in the hot water around the gulf, particularly. (cdc.gov)
- Stuff that gets compromised, when you have an impact from the storm, one of the things that planners starting to watch is dialysis clinic us because of power loss, clean water loss and transportation impacts, dialysis is very vulnerable as a result of the impact and we saw this in the preparations for Barry to come ahead of shore. (cdc.gov)
Totally1
- Cyclonic storms together with hailstorms totally destroyed their houses and crops. (videovolunteers.org)
Weather1
- But later, the storm brought cooler weather, rain and higher humidity to the region - all a welcome turn of events for firefighters. (discovermagazine.com)
Port1
- The first stage of the study encompassed establishing regional scale wave and hydrodynamic models which are capable of simulating generation of cyclonic waves and currents around the Port of Dampier. (bmt.org)
Satellite1
- Source: NASA) NASA's Aqua satellite captured the image above of the storm on Sept. 24th. (discovermagazine.com)
Hurricanes3
- We're looking at totally 13 named storms, five hurricanes and two major hurricanes that is what we expect. (cdc.gov)
- Some of the worst historical impacts, historical events occurred because of slow moving or stalled tropical storms, not even hurricanes. (cdc.gov)
- Hurricanes and tropical storms can also spawn tornadoes and lead to flooding . (medlineplus.gov)
Climate change1
- Understanding waterborne pathogen transmission is a pressing public health challenge because the burden of disease will likely increase in conjunction with an aging population ( 9 ), deteriorating drinking and wastewater treatment systems ( 10 ), and increased storm-related flooding due to climate change ( 11 ). (cdc.gov)
High1
- In coastal areas, very high tides called storm surges cause extensive damage. (medlineplus.gov)
Year1
- Some of the storms that we faced in the last couple of years and some we will face this year. (cdc.gov)