Impact of Patients Presenting with Alcohol and/or Drug Intoxication on In-Event Health Care Services at Mass-Gathering Events: An Integrative Literature Review
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DOI: 10.1017/s1049023x1800078x
Abstract: Abstract Background There is a growing body of literature relating to mass-gathering events. A common thread amongst this literature, particularly the literature relating to music festivals, is the incidence of patients presenting with substance and/or… read more here.
Keywords: literature; intoxication; mass gathering; health ... See more keywords
Conducting mass gathering events during the COVID-19 pandemic: A case study of Kumbh Mela 2021 as a potential ‘super spreader event’
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DOI: 10.1093/jtm/taab160
Abstract: Abstract Background: With the emergence of novel pathogens, there is a debate worldwide on the cancellation or conduction of mass gathering events. Methods: In the current COVID-19 pandemic, this study assesses the challenges in the… read more here.
Keywords: covid pandemic; kumbh mela; mass gathering; event ... See more keywords
Preparedness for mass gatherings: rescue and emergency medical services’ workloads during mass gathering events
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DOI: 10.1186/s13049-022-01003-7
Abstract: Background Mass gathering (MG) events may cause delayed emergency responses via various mechanisms and strain the resources of local emergency services. Therefore, preparedness, including adequate pre-planning and sufficient resourcing during MG events, is vital. The… read more here.
Keywords: gathering events; analysis; emergency; emergency medical ... See more keywords