Medical Care When You’re “Out There”: Telemedicine Kits Prevent Offshore Emergencies

Digigone • Apr 09, 2019

Did you know that if you’re sailing in a remote area, you may be beyond the reach of an airlift emergency helicopter when a medical crisis strikes? If you’re planning an extended cruise in your yacht, particularly if you will be far offshore, you should consider the potential a telemedicine kit has to prevent or mitigate disaster while you spend extended time on your yacht.

Even infections or fevers that are not considered serious on-shore can be life-threatening when you remove the possibility for medical help by being miles out at sea. If you’re island-hopping or taking a tour of an equatorial area, malaria is a constant risk. Normally malaria may require a short hospital stay, but if you are far away from early intervention medical treatment, this infectious disease can be fatal. With modern mobile telemedicine you can get a doctor’s advice as soon as anyone on board your yacht is experiencing symptoms, and communicate with the doctor in high-resolution images and video. New telemedicine kits also allow video to be recorded.

Your yacht is likely already stocked with The Ship Captain’s Medical Guide. The latest edition is coauthored by Dr Spike Briggs, a lifelong sailor and competitor in around-the-world yacht races. As an expert on remote healthcare, Dr. Briggs is a champion of mobile telemedicine on board ships and other sailing vessels. His expertise is convincing yachters the world over of the importance of telemedicine in ensuring the safety and security of everyone on board your yacht, guests and crew alike.

With advances in satellite communications, including reduced costs for the services, marine emergency medicine has evolved. You may be surprised at the advanced level of care that can be provided remotely.

When sailing with your family, even a minor injury has the potential to spoil the fun. An investment in a medical chest and telemedicine kitcan prevent a costly diversion to shore and keep everyone on board comfortable. It’s like having a doctor on board wherever you go, and that can be an asset for family members will chronic illness or preexisting conditions.

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