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iHealth has designed connected healthcare devices like blood pressure monitors, wireless scales, glucose-monitoring systems, and fitness trackers that are the best in the market. Their new iHealth Rhythm, a clever electrocardiogram that records heart activity and saves data to an iOS app, has proven popular as it is subtle and can be worn under clothing.
First Aid Training for Bali Boat Trip
Boating around Bali is an amazing way to spend a day or two until an unfortunate mishap turns into a medical emergency. BIMC urges boaters and boating companies to stay safe when on the water and to have a thorough understanding of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills by signing up for one of its first aid
Manage Pain Safely
BIMC Hospital Group along with Siloam Hospital Denpasar, will hold a pain management event at Lippo Sunset Plaza, Saturday, December 19. The round table discussion will be presented by Dr. I Putu Pramana who specializes in orthopedic, neuro-system, trauma and post-operation and senior nurse, Arlina Ika Rahayu. The event will be moderated by Dr.
Cliffside First Aid Training
Perched 50 meters above sea level on the cliffs of Uluwatu, El Kabron Spanish restaurant is known for its fetching views of the Indian Ocean and surfer hangout. As beautiful as it is, being located in a remote corner of the island means if a medical emergency occurs, staff should have the knowledge to quickly
First Aid Training for Anak Atelier Pre School & Kindergarten
Anak Atelier is an early learning centre that caters to families with children aged 15 months to 6 years. The program includes toddler, preschool and kindergarten classes, short-term childcare for visiting families, and a range of sports, dance and creative activities after school. Sandy Chadwick, Director of The Anak Atelier says the centre
Women Who Are Prone to a ‘Man’s Disease’
One of the great heart disease myths is that it is, primarily, a man’s disease. In fact, it is the No. 1 killer of women and is more deadly than all forms of cancer combined. How did this misconception get started and why do so many think it’s true? The answers now emerging show all
Basic Life Support Training for the Hospitality Industry
First aid training for the hospitality industry is highly necessary in order to help establishments meet their health and safety requirements and place themselves in a position of preparedness. Many Bali businesses remain unprepared without even a basic understanding of how to deal with an emergency situation such as who to telephone for help. It
Medical Attention in Indonesia
There are several ways to seek medical attention during your time in Indonesia: Hotel or home visit by a clinic, hospital or doctor General practitioner consultation Specialist consultation Emergency consultation Emergency service Hotel or home visit Most clinics and private hospitals provide hotel and home visit service. A doctor will come to your address for
Electrical Injury
Electrical injury occurs when an electric current runs through a portion of the body, usually from either a man-made source or lightning. The outside of the person’s body may appear to have only minor injuries, but internal injuries may still be significant. As current enters the body (source), it causes surface to deep burns, damages muscle and organs
Nose Bleed
Nose bleeding is a very common symptom that can happen to anyone from children to the elderly. The medical term is epistaxis. One out of every seven people will develop a nosebleed at some time in their lives. Nosebleeds tend to occur more often during winter months and in dry, cold climates. They can occur
Alcohol
Humans and alcoholic drinks have been linked up to 10.000 BC, where archeologist discovered the fact of purposely fermented drinks. From this prehistoric drink, approximately 7-12% of the world’s population has an alcohol related disease. What Happens After Drinking Alcohol? Alcohol affects virtually every organ system in the body. The main immediate effect is in
Pain Pills
Pain, aches, or sores are the main complaint of up to 80% of people who seek medical attention. Though unpleasant, pain is actually our body’s defense mechanism to withdraw from potentially damaging situations, protect a damaged body part while it heals, and avoid those situations in the future. Though this is an important body response
Chronic Cough
A cough is your body’s reflex to keep the airway clear. The sudden air “explosion” will clear the airway from irritants or obstructive substance so that breathing and the intake of oxygen becomes effective. Coughing is not a disease in itself, but rather a symptom of other disorders. It is a common problem and the
Gastroenteritis in Children
Diarrhea and vomiting are common reasons parents bring their children to the doctor or even to BIMC Hospital’s emergency room. Most are related to gastroenteritis, infection of the stomach and intestines. While usually it is a non-fatal illness, statistics show gastroenteritis to cause 3 million deaths annually worldwide. Many children have more than one episode
Color Blindness
Studies show 5% to 8% of men and 0.5% of women in the world are born colorblind. That is 1 out of 12 men and 1 out of 200 women. Many people think anyone labeled as “colorblind” only see black and white – like watching a black and white movie or television. This is a
Vertigo
A spinning sensation is the best way to describe the main symptom of vertigo. Statistically, this is the chief complain of 5 – 10% of the general population. It may also be associated with nausea, vomiting and ringing in one or both ears (tinnitus). Vertigo can be divided into two major categories, peripheral vertigo and
Conscious Sedation
Some medical procedures may be uncomfortable or painful. In these cases, general anesthesia might not always be necessary, while without medication it may be traumatizing for the patient. Therefore, clinicians developed “conscious sedation”, a procedure giving moderate sedation while the patient can still respond to verbal direction. It is also known as procedural sedation. Patients,
Hygiene and Sanitations
On 15th November 2010, BIMC Hospital held training at the Bali Dynasty Resort for their staffs. The training conducted was on Hygiene and Sanitation. The hotel acknowledges the importance of Hygiene and Sanitation particularly with food handling for guests. By providing the staffs with training and a high standard of Hygiene and Sanitation, the cleanliness
Concussion
Doctors may describe it as a “mild head injury”, because it’s usually not life threatening, but believe us, the effects of a concussion can be more than just mild! Of course, at least once, you’ve heard someone you know say that they’ve had a head injury. In America alone, head injuries are one of the
Bali Medical Evacuation
Bali Medical Evacuation Medical evacuation or often referred to as a “Medivac”, was initially developed to transfer injured soldiers from the battlefield to a proper medical facility for better treatment. The military were first to establish a specially designed aircraft for medivacs. By time, air medical evacuations have became available for civilians and operated
Surfing Injuries
Surfing Injuries Although surfing is thought to be a relatively risk free sport, with an incidence between 3 – 4 injuries per 1000 days of surfing, we think it’s wise that you know what to expect and what to do before riding the waves. Surfing is an ancient sport originally from Hawaii. There is written
Accident
Accidental death is still the largest cause of demise in travelers worldwide. Wear your seatbelt, helmet, and protective clothing because you need to, not because the law (or lack of it) says you have to. Surfing accidents too, have taken a remarkable toll on the Island each year.