Safe Passage Questioned: Medical Care and Safety for the Polar Tourist by John M

Description: Safe Passage Questioned by John M. Levinson In October 1995 a conference of physicians, scientists, and polar explorers was convened at the Scott Polar Research Institute in Cambridge, England. With one voice these experts spoke out about the need for improvement in the standards of safety and medical care for the polar tourist. The conclusions of the world-class experts who attended the conference form the basis for this first-ever book addressing an important need. The editors have skillfully synthesized the presentations of the conference attendees and drawn on their own experience and that of other knowledgeable experts to prepare a comprehensive look at the field of polar travel, medicine, and safety.Included are a brief overview of the polar regions, the history of polar exploration and tourism, various nations' experiences at Antarctic bases and how they relate to tourism, possible concerns about medical care and safety for tourists in the Arctic and Antarctic, the potential hazards onboard ships, helicopters, and Zodiac-type boats as well as recommendations for safety and well-being for tourists and the doctors who serve them. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In October 1995, a conference of physicians, scientists, and polar explorers was convened at the Scott Polar Research Institute in Cambridge, England. With one voice these experts spoke out about the need for improvement in the standards of safety and medical care for the polar tourist. The conclusions of the world-class experts who attended the conference form the basis for this book, the first to address this important need. The editors have skillfully synthesized the presentations of the conference attendees and drawn on their own and other experts experience to prepare a comprehensive look at the field of polar travel, medicine, and safety. Included are a brief overview of the polar regions, the history of polar exploration and tourism, various nations experiences at Antarctic bases and how they relate to tourism, possible concerns about medical care and safety for tourists in the Arctic and Antarctic, the potential hazards onboard ships, helicopters, and Zodiac-type boats, and recommendations for safety and well-being for tourists and the doctors who serve them. Whether you are a ships doctor, a travel agent, or a prospective polar traveler, the information and anecdotes in this definitive book will be invaluable. Dont embark for the polar regions without reading it. Author Biography John M. Levinson, M.D., has had a lifelong involvement in bay and ocean sailing. The founder of Aid for International Medicine, Inc., he has served for many years as ships surgeon in polar oceans as well as in tropical waters. Long Description In October 1995, a conference of physicians, scientists, and polar explorers was convened at the Scott Polar Research Institute in Cambridge, England. With one voice these experts spoke out about the need for improvement in the standards of safety and medical care for the polar tourist. The conclusions of the world-class experts who attended the conference form the basis for this book, the first to address this important need. The editors have skillfully synthesized the presentations of the conference attendees and drawn on their own and other experts experience to prepare a comprehensive look at the field of polar travel, medicine, and safety. Included are a brief overview of the polar regions, the history of polar exploration and tourism, various nations experiences at Antarctic bases and how they relate to tourism, possible concerns about medical care and safety for tourists in the Arctic and Antarctic, the potential hazards onboard ships, helicopters, and Zodiac-type boats, and recommendations for safety and well-being for tourists and the doctors who serve them. Whether you are a ships doctor, a travel agent, or a prospective polar traveler, the information and anecdotes in this definitive book will be invaluable. Dont embark for the polar regions without reading it. Details ISBN0870335049 Language English ISBN-10 0870335049 ISBN-13 9780870335044 Media Book Format Paperback Short Title SELF PASSAGE QUESTIONED Subtitle Medical Care and Safety for the Polar Tourist DOI 10.1604/9780870335044 Edited by Ger, Errol UK Release Date 2009-08-21 Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2009-08-21 NZ Release Date 2009-08-21 US Release Date 2009-08-21 Author John M. Levinson Pages 192 Year 2009 Publication Date 2009-08-21 DEWEY 910.911 Illustrations 74 b/w photos, 16 illustrations, 2 maps Audience Professional & Vocational Publisher Schiffer Publishing Ltd Imprint Schiffer Publishing Ltd Place of Publication Atglen We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136597493;

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