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https://lnkd.in/eagQ5CEN A limited supply of IV fluid, stemming from damage caused by Hurricane Helene, is forcing some hospitals across the U.S. to postpone non-emergency procedures.

Doing IVF during hurricane season? Here are some tips on how to prepare. Fertility Paths is with you through all kinds of weather. https://lnkd.in/eFcYGt9q

𝐐&𝐀: 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐝𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐧 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐛𝐞 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐬, 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 Jeffrey Upperman, MD, surgeon-in-chief at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt, talks about why the U.S. needs a coordinated initiative to emphasize the impact of disasters on children to improve both future crisis responses and the care of children in the immediate aftermath and as they develop. Upperman, a national leader in pediatric trauma and disaster preparedness, is among the authors of the Pediatric Disaster Science Series from the National Academy of Medicine that published in late September as scenes of Hurricane Helene's devastation emerged across the Southeast, underscoring the need to formalize response, research and care efforts. https://lnkd.in/dGx85uaU

Rheum To Grow is temporarily closed as our thoughts are with the families in Houston affected by the devastating Hurricane Beryl. The aftermath has left millions without power and facing extreme heat, leaving them in urgent need of assistance. In this difficult time, let's remember the value of kindness and lending a helping hand. Take care of yourself and your loved ones. Our hearts are with you. . . . . . . #kidsgetarthritistoo #arthritis #notmedicaladvice #arthritistreatment #healthishappiness #arthritisawareness #arthritisawarnessmonth #livingwithpain #holistic #livingwitharthritis #rheum #rheumatology #rheumatoid #selfcare #selfcarethread #parentingwitharthritis #rheumatologists #chronicpain #chronicfatigue #invisibleillness #invisibleillnessawareness #invisibleillnesswarrior #integrativemedicine

### 6. **Flash Flooding** - **Description**: Sudden, intense rainfall over a short period can result in flash floods, particularly in urban areas with limited drainage. - **Impact**: Flash floods can develop quickly and are often dangerous due to their rapid onset and strong currents. https://lnkd.in/eVZixt9Z

Early warning systems (EWS) play a crucial role in mitigating the impacts of flooding by providing timely information to communities at risk. These systems operate through integrated components and processes designed to monitor, predict, and communicate flood risks. #FloodRisk #CommunityResilience https://lnkd.in/eVZixt9Z

BREAKING: Hurricane Helene’s impact has gone beyond the East Coast —Arizona hospitals are facing a critical IV fluid shortage due to the flooding at Baxter International’s North Carolina facility, the leading IV fluid producer in the U.S. ArMA member Dr. Purvi Parikh spoke with 12News | KPNX-TV on the situation: “The plant aims to resume operations this week, but even then, it’s uncertain [how quickly] they’ll meet the high demand,” said Dr. Parikh. With no backup reserves, the U.S. is relying on international shipments of fluids, which were approved by the FDA in response to the shortage. Banner Health has already delayed certain elective surgeries, and other hospitals, like HonorHealth and Mayo Clinic, are carefully monitoring their supplies. 🏥 Watch the full 12News | KPNX-TV segment and hear more from Dr. Purvi Parikh about this urgent, evolving issue: [https://lnkd.in/gc9HT8nf] #ArizonaMedicine #IVFluidShortage #HealthcareCrisis #EmergencyCare #12News #ArizonaDoctors

In the wake of the devastating flooding caused by Hurricane Helene this September, communities and their healthcare systems continue to be impacted at a local and national level. Baxter’s North Cove facility in North Carolina, the lead manufacturer of IV solutions in the United States, has stopped production due to the significant flooding from Hurricane Helene. The Region 1 RDHRS is sharing resources from national organizations, as well as identified practices from hospitals currently responding to the supply chain disruption, which are designed to help facilities with conservation and mitigation strategies. These resources are not intended to be recommendations, advice or medical guidance and do not represent any specific endorsement but are being offered to healthcare systems to review, consider, and adapt as they see fit as they develop their own response plans. The Region 1 RDHRS will continue to provide resources and support in this dynamic situation. 📣 Resources can be found on the RDHRS Region 1 website and will be updated as the situation changes. https://lnkd.in/e5wwt3m7

Happy posthumous 100th Dad! In 3 days, my Dad would have turned 100 - still managed to rack up 90 years on this earth. Anzac Day is always a good reminder of the sacrifices he made, which I always like to share. Reading through his log, I spent some time researching Operations 12 and 13 of the war - October 14 1944. As a pilot, they were privy to briefings of operations away from the rest of the base and crew, to avoid any leaks. This date is infamous for being what was called Operation Hurricane - a 24-hour Allied bombing operation, executed to demonstrate the overwhelming air superiority of the Allied Forces over Germany, particularly aimed at causing disruption and demoralisation in the densely populated Ruhr region. The operation commenced at first light on October 14th, after no heavy bombers had operated for the previous 48 hours. A formidable fleet of 1,013 aircraft, comprising 519 Lancasters, 474 Halifaxes, and 20 Mosquitos, escorted by RAF fighters, targeted Duisburg. The attack resulted in the dropping of 3,574 tons of high explosives and 820 tons of incendiaries. This strategic raid was aimed at causing mass panic, disrupting communications, and underscoring the futility of continued resistance by the Germans. Dad and his crew were one of a few that were instructed to fly both day and night as part of the campaign, hence the two sorties. This particular campaign caused some angst on base. 32 ops was when he (at 21 yo) and his crew could hang up their wings. ________________ My admiration for a kind, brilliant man and a life well lived: 1. After the war, he battled and survived tuberculosis, which resulted in the loss of a lung. 2. His studies in medicine were interrupted by severe depression following his brother's suicide, and his own suicide attempt. 3. Overcoming adversity, he became a respected doctor, providing free care to Aboriginal communities in Bateman's Bay. 4. Bill experienced personal tragedy with his first wife’s severe schizophrenia and hospitalisation. They had one son, John. 5. He co-founded Douglass Laboratories, which evolved into Australia's leading pathology practice, Douglass Hanly Moir. 6. Tragedy struck again when his second wife died in a tragic accident. 7. He mentored Colin Laverty, who established Laverty Pathology. 8. Later in life, Bill married again (my mother) & had four children. 9. He then built one of Australia's largest private horse racing enterprises, with hundreds of racehorses trained out at Mulgoa (we spent a lot of time on racetracks!). 10. John, Bill's first son and my half brother, would unfortunately take his own life when he was 21. 11. At 65, due to in part poor investing and a property developer's fraud in Singapore, he declared bankruptcy and lost everything. He was forced to rebuild his career, with the help of strong friendships and supporting doctors and hospitals. 12. He retired at 81 as a celebrated figure in pathology. Today Dad - I remember you x #anzacday

### 7. **Snowmelt** - **Description**: In regions with significant snowfall, rapid snowmelt during warm weather can lead to increased runoff. - **Impact**: If combined with rainfall, this can overwhelm drainage systems and lead to flooding. https://lnkd.in/eVZixt9Z