How To Remove A Tick and Prevent Lyme Disease!

In this episode, we boys take a closer look at a situation that hit home when one of Roy’s children may have been bitten by a tick. After consulting the doctor and getting preventative treatment for his daughter, Roy thought it would be a good idea to share his new found information with others. Roy, Dan and Jody get a few laughs and learn a lot about preventing Lyme disease and preventing tick bites. So, if you’ve ever been concerned about ticks and Lyme Disease, you won’t want to miss this 10 minute episode that shows pictures of ticks, what the bite looks like and how to tell if you may be infected by the bacteria that causes Lyme Disease.

Does Eating Snow Cause Hypothermia?

A Rescue Fan wrote in and basically said, “Hey! Bad advice! Everyone knows that eating snow when stranded in the wilderness is a bad idea. It can make a person hypothermic!”

As I thought about their comment, I began to do some research and then some deeper thought on the subject.
I instantly began to wonder if the commenter had a point. Is it better to slow down the hypothermia that may be already causing symptoms or die from dehydration?

Remember, hypothermia usually sets in as quick as 3 hours or less in certain cases while life threatening dehydration can take up to 3 days. So, if you’re surviving the elements long enough to dehydrate, you’re probably staying somewhat warm. If so, then consuming snow or melted snow and getting hypothermic as a result is probably the last of your concerns when thinking about staying alive. For if you survive the elements, dehydration and death will be knocking in about 2-3 days.

http://www.livescience.com/32320-how-long-can-a-person-survive-without-water.html

iRescueRadio 002: Stem Cells, Overworked Doctors, Cancer Vaccine, Asthma, and Sleep

irescueradioep2This episode of iRescueRadio was originally released in November of 2008.  In it we discussed how stem cells have shown to help the body accept an organ transplant; we investigated the reasons for misdiagnosis of asthma and other illnesses, such as overworked doctors and excess paperwork; a new skin cancer vaccine is discussed; and the power of sleep as a memory aid and an important agent to fight cancer.

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Can Deadly Spiders Live In Store Boxes? Can Computers Track The Flu? Find Out Now!

This episode was originally recorded in 2008.  It was our first broadcast of 45 total before we ended the show. 

On this week’s iRescueRadio, we cover stories ranging from a Canberra, Australian man who gets bit by an extremely deadly  Australian Brown Snake… and lives! Next, a boy in Belding, Michigan is bit by a black widow spider…guess where it came from!  And then, we cover Google Flu Trends  and a hilarious look at the effects of music on your health.  All this on this episode of iRescueRadio.  Listen now by clicking on the play arrow below.

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iRescueRadio 045: Facebook Hijack and 911

In this episode of iRescueRadio, you listen to a re-release of an original recording back from 2008, where we talk about the following:

Millions of people enjoy Facebook to share pictures, thoughts, friends and everything inbetween. How would you feel if a thief  hijacked your account and pretended to be you to all your friends? It can happen; listen in to see what happened to Jody’s account. Also join the iRescue Radio guys as they discuss the 911 system and how new technology could add challenges but make it even better.

iRescueRadio Episode 45 [Download]

Links:

Facebook Security: http://news.cnet.com/8301-13880_3-20030725-68.html

iRescueRadio 044: Merry Christmas 2010

Here it is…our 2010 Christmas episode. Roy, Jody, and Dan are back in front of the mics with fun, interesting Christmas accident statistics that really make you think. Have you ever eaten a Christmas decoration and thought it was chocolate? Did the crunchy, plastic goodness give it away? If so, you have many friends. Have you ever watered the Christmas tree with the lights still plugged in? You probably shouldn’t do that anymore.  Listen in for more tips to stay safe this Christmas.

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iRescueRadio 043: Fleas and Floods

“My dog has fleas…” well, Jody wishes it was only his dog that has fleas. Join the iRescueradio guys as they have some fun discussing the blight that Jody is facing in his new house. On a more serious note, the guys discuss the flooding in Pakistan and suggest some things you can do to help.

iRescueRadio Episode 43 [Download]

Links:

Fleas:
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/178586/how_to_treat_your_home_for_a_flea_infestation_pg2.html?cat=6

Pakistan Flood:
http://www.cbsnews.com/stories/2010/08/23/eveningnews/main6798821.shtml

iRescueRadio 042: Fainting, Aliens, Sleep Paralysis, Dreams

Sleep disorders affect millions of people. Associated problems can range from feeling tired during the day to life threatening cardiovascular damage.  If you have had difficulty with sleep maybe it is  something other than a medical condition. Maybe it is those pesky aliens that keep abducting people in the night.  Are aliens abducting people or could it be sleep paralysis? You’ll have to listen in to find out.   The iRescueradio guys are up to their usual antics with Dan’s fainting,  Roy’s research,  and Jody’s dreaming.

We’ve included a bonus feature this week, a “behind the scenes” blooper.  Jody learned a valuable lesson about reviewing research before trying to use it.

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Links:

http://hubpages.com/hub/sleepparalyses

http://www.sleepdisorderchannel.com/rem/index.shtml

iRescueRadio 041:Spiders, Insect Bites, Rescue Dog, Good Sounds

Its been a good week at the iRescueradio studio. A little training, something interesting and lots of fun are all wrapped up in this show. You’ll have to listen to find out why Dan’s going buggy, Jody’s in a different camp, and Roy’s letting out some interesting sounds.

iRescueRadio Episode 41 [Download]

iRescueRadio 040: Welcome back, Airsickness, Toilet Phobia

iRescueradio has been retooled and is on again after some time away. Thank you to our number one fan, Ryan, for encouraging us in our endeavors. You won’t want to miss this comeback show where Dan shares an upsetting story, Roy flushes out an interesting article, and Jody laughs alot.

iRescueRadio Episode 40 [Download]