Ep 129 - January 2019 Round Up

St. Emlyn's January Roundup: Key Insights and Innovations Hello and welcome to the St. Emlyn’s Podcast. I’m Simon Carley, joined by Rick Body. Today, we’re bringing you our January roundup, sharing the most intriguing and impactful content we've covered this month. From reflecting on 2018 to exploring new guidelines and innovations in emergency medicine, we have a lot to discuss. Let’s dive in! Reflecting on 2018: Transformational Reads and Achievements As we started January, we reflected on 2018, a year filled with significant achievements and insights. One standout discussion was our review of key books that left a lasting impact. A personal favorite of mine is "Why We Sleep" by Matthew Walker. This book has been transformational for me, influencing how I live and advise others on health, well-being, and performance. The insights on sleep’s importance in education, creativity, and overall health are profound. Rick, did anything from our 2018 review resonate with you? Rick Body: Absolutely, Simon. The variety of books we discussed was impressive. It was enlightening to hear about others' achievements in 2018 and their goals for 2019. This exercise really focused my mind on what I hope to achieve this year. Goals for 2019: Innovations and Personal Aspirations As we moved from reflections to aspirations, we set our sights on exciting projects for 2019. One major highlight is the AI incubator for emergency care. This initiative aims to support academic careers and foster partnerships between data and industry to enhance medical technologies. It’s an exhilarating time for advancements in emergency care. Rick is incredibly busy with groundbreaking work, particularly in diagnostics in Manchester. His research and speaking engagements are making waves in the medical community. For more details on these projects, check out the blog where all the information is comprehensively covered. New Year’s Resolutions: Insights from Liz Crowe We explored New Year’s resolutions with Liz Crowe, who offered a fresh perspective on well-being and resolutions. Instead of focusing on all-or-nothing goals, Liz suggests starting small and seeking rewards rather than punishments. This approach makes significant lifestyle changes more manageable and sustainable. Committing to resolutions publicly or with a friend can enhance accountability and success. Rick, do you have any New Year’s resolutions? Rick Body: It’s challenging to pinpoint one or two, but Liz’s advice on avoiding binary thinking is crucial. Recognizing progress rather than dwelling on setbacks can make a big difference. Tetanus Guidelines: New Insights and Practical Applications In January, we delved into updated tetanus guidelines, highlighting significant changes. Previously, a single booster in your early 20s was deemed sufficient, but the new guidelines recommend a 10-year booster. This change stems from the recognition that immunity wanes over time. Interestingly, point-of-care testing is now available to detect active tetanus immunization, allowing for more tailored booster decisions. These updates are crucial for emergency physicians to ensure compliance with current standards and provide optimal patient care. The blog post simplifies these guidelines, making them accessible and easy to understand. Excellence in Emergency Medicine: Claire Richmond’s Contributions We featured Claire Richmond, a hero in the emergency medicine community. Claire, who works with Sydney HEMS, delivered an inspiring keynote at the St. Emlyn’s live conference. Her talk focused on excellence, performance, training, and development in retrieval medicine. She emphasized the importance of honesty, feedback, and continuous improvement. For those aspiring to achieve self-actualization in emergency medicine, Claire’s insights are invaluable. We’ve shared the video and podcast of her talk, and we highly recommend checking them out. Prognosticating Cardiac Arrest Outcomes: Dan Horner’s Research Another hig