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#160: ER physician Dr. Benjamin Jack helps you plan for the most common medical emergencies. He covers what to do and how to decide if it makes sense to go to an ER, urgent care or regular doctor. He also provides expert advice on proactive measures for managing illnesses and emergencies while traveling.\nDr. Benjamin Jack is the founder of Duration Health, the doctor-prescribed medical kit with emergency Rx. He completed his pre-med at John Hopkins University and his MD at Cornell University.\nLink to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/benjamin-jack-medical-emergencies\n\nPartner Deals\nFabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family\nTrade Coffee:\xa0Free bag of the best coffee to upgrade your morning routine\nAG1: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs\nMasterClass: Learn from the world's best with 15% off\nVuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn\nFor all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to:\xa0allthehacks.com/deals\n\nResources Mentioned\nDr. Benjamin Jack: LinkedIn | Duration Health\nFree Duration Health Field Guide\nDuration Health Med Kits: Save up to $200 with code ALLTHEHACKS\nEvidence-based Clinical Resource: UpToDate\nRed Cross: CPR Training | AED Training\n\nFull Show Notes\n(02:10) How to Evaluate the Type of Care You Need\n(03:35) How Do You Know If You're Having an Emergency?\n(06:55) Common Medical Emergency Conditions\n(07:46) Symptoms of a Stroke\n(12:21) How to Use a Thermometer Correctly\n(13:49) Pediatric Emergency Symptoms\n(14:54) Getting to the ER: Drive or Call an Ambulance?\n(15:36) Conditions That Require Quick Treatment But Not ER\n(16:36) Testing for Strep\n(20:24) What Actually Happens Inside an ER\n(23:44) ER Hacks: Do's & Don'ts\n(26:15) Chris' Shingles Experience\n(28:33) Primary Care vs. Urgent Care vs. ER Care vs. Telehealth\n(34:05) The Role of Self Diagnosis\n(40:00) Online Sources for Self Diagnosing\n(41:47) Handling Medical Emergencies During Travel\n(43:55) How Do You Select a Clinic or Type of Care Abroad?\n(46:58) Common Travel Sicknesses\n(49:03) Treatment for Traveler's Diarrhea\n(51:31) Difference Between Primary Care Doctors & Travel Medicine Doctors\n(52:04) Vaccine Preventable Diseases\n(53:52) The Dangers of Malaria\n(59:52) Treating Altitude Illnesses\n(1:02:17) Skin Related Infections & Inflammations\n(1:05:37) Travel Medical Kits & Shelf Life of Medication\n(1:09:36) CPR & Basic First Aid Training\n(1:11:17) The Purpose of Duration Health\n\nConnect with All the Hacks\nAll the Hacks:\xa0Newsletter\xa0|\xa0Website\xa0|\xa0Membership\xa0|\xa0Email\nChris Hutchins:\xa0Twitter\xa0|\xa0Instagram\xa0|\xa0Website\xa0|\xa0LinkedIn\n\nEditor\u2019s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post.