Taking Stock
On Jan. 2, 2023, Monday Night Football was anything but ordinary. Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin suffered a medical emergency on live television.
Preventing Injuries
Everything had gone smoothly this past summer. The campers were going to return home unscathed and the staff was taking a collective deep breath -- until a parent showed up early to pick up his child.
Security Against Staph
Attention rose to a fever pitch last fall about the dangers of potentially life-threatening infections from a drug-resistant bacteria known as Staphylococcus aureus, or staph, with widespread media reports of
Medical Matters
Most parents, when they leave their children at a camp facility, have certain expectations that often go unsaid. Will my child be properly supervised? Will he or she be protected from
More Than Bandages And Aspirin
Of all the tasks required to keep a camp running, one of the most critical is organizing the medical center. Although no one--staff or campers--intends to be sick at camp, illness is
Medical Training
While basics like CPR and first aid are generally covered, some items may go unnoticed, especially the importance of training staff members in medication administration.
Preparation Points--Ready & Able
The summer camp season is fast approaching. Are you prepared? What about the medical responsibilities the camp will have? Are you in compliance with all medical regulations?
The Healing Power of Camp
“Superheroes sometimes come in small packages.” So reads the tagline on the GiantKids Web site, a testament to the spirit and philosophy of this New York State charity helping to serve the needs and
More Than Bandages And Aspirin
Of all the tasks required to keep a camp running, one of the most critical is organizing the medical center. Although no one--staff or campers--intends to be sick at camp, illness is
CampDoc Offers Discounted Medical Supplies
ANN ARBOR, Mich., -- Camps can now purchase medical supplies at discounted rates directly through CampDoc.com, an electronic health record system for camps.