Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS)

From icy rinks to intense scrimmages, this podcast dives into the unique world of broomball and boot hockey. Explore the culture of these winter sports, along with expert insights into the most commo…

Unpacking RED-S (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport), this podcast explores the science, stories, and solutions behind energy imbalance in athletes. From performance impacts to long-term health, joi…

Join us on this episode as we dive into the groundbreaking advancements in the fight against malaria. Discover the science, and global impact of a promising new malaria vaccine that could transform m…

Learn about the hidden dangers of Swimming-Induced Pulmonary Edema (SIPE), a condition affecting swimmers, divers, and triathletes. Listen as Dr. Kathy Vidlock dives into the science behind SIPE, its…

Planning a backcountry adventure? This episode covers the must-have antibiotics for your first aid kit, when and how to use them, and tips for treating infections in wilderness areas.

Explore the hidden dangers of Acanthamoeba, a microscopic organism that can attach to contact lenses, causing severe eye infections like keratitis and even blindness. Learn how it happens, who’s at r…

Paws on the Trail is your wilderness medicine guide for keeping your dog safe and healthy while hiking. From trail prep and first-aid tips to navigating wildlife and weather, we cover everything you …

Join us as we dive into practical advice to keep your furry friend safe from pesky insects. We cover the best prevention methods, natural remedies, and products to ensure your dog stays healthy and h…

Stay informed with the latest updates on drowning treatment guidelines. This episode dives into the new standards of care, key statistics, and life-saving insights to improve outcomes for drowning vi…

In this episode, we dive into exercise-induced ischemic colitis—a lesser-known but impactful condition that affects some endurance athletes, including runners, trekkers and cyclists. Join us as we ex…

It is on the rise in the desert.  Valley Fever is a fungal infection found in desert soil.  And while the desert is magnificent place to hike and recreate, people need to be aware of this under diagn…

This podcast that explores the unexpected secrets hidden in some of your favorite fruits and nuts. Join us as we dive into the surprising world of urushiol, the natural compound responsible for skin …

Lake Powell is the second largest reservoir in the USA and has been visited by millions of people.  The National Park Service has reported that the scary Algae Blooms are now found all over the reser…

For a fisher, it is almost a rite of passage that they get a hook in their skin.  But there are a many other potential injuries in the great sport of fishing.  Listen and learn about them as you beco…

Urine will darken in color with dehydration, which is bad enough. But when it turns to a 'cola' color, watch out!  This might indicate something far more perilous as muscle breakdown might be occurri…

'Pagkain para aa bata' means 'food for children' in the language of the Filipinos.  The lack of nourishing food and soil transmitted worms makes it almost impossible for some children in the Philippi…

So many effective medicines have come from fungi.  There is a new one that outdoor enthusiasts are using called the Zombie Fungus.  It is actually called Cordyceps and its potential use is staggering…

Long a mainstay for the treatment of allergic reactions, Benadryl's side effects may be too problematic for backcountry medical treatment.  Listen and learn to say goodbye to Benadryl and hello to ne…