Historical Events tagged with "respiratory"
Turns out history loves a label—battles, breakthroughs, and the occasional disaster, all neatly tagged for your browsing pleasure. Because sometimes you just need every weird invention in one place.
WHO Reports Mysterious Pneumonia Cases in Wuhan
On December 31, 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) was informed of a cluster of pneumonia cases with unknown causes detected in Wuhan, China. The unknown illness had caught the attention of local health authorities, prompting them to notify the WHO. As investigations began, it became clear that the incidents were linked to a seafood market in the city, raising concerns about a potential outbreak of a new infectious disease. This notification set off a global alert leading to heightened surveillance and research into the cause.
Continue ReadingFirst Use of Iron Lung at Boston Children's Hospital
The iron lung respirator was used for the first time in treating a child with polio at Boston Children's Hospital. This innovative device assisted patients experiencing respiratory failure, particularly during polio outbreaks. Developed by Dr. Philip Drinker and Dr. Charles F. McKhann, the iron lung provided mechanical ventilation, allowing patients to breathe while lying supine. The application of this technology marked a significant advancement in the treatment of respiratory illnesses, potentially saving numerous lives and changing pediatric medicine.</s>
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