The Next Big Idea Daily How Not to Die (According to an ER Doctor)
Jan 21, 2026
Join emergency medicine physician Ashley Alker, author of '99 Ways to Die,' and veteran war correspondent Judith Matloff, who penned 'How to Drag a Body,' for a riveting discussion on life-saving tips and survival strategies. Alker shares alarming insights about unnoticed bat bites and the realities of serial killers, while emphasizing the importance of vaccines and addressing health biases. Matloff offers practical disaster preparedness advice, highlighting why women need specific training and how everyday items can be essential for survival. Dark humor emerges as a powerful coping mechanism!
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Children Are Different Patients
- Children's physiology and disease presentation differ radically from adults, altering diagnosis and treatment.
- Medication doses, causes, and symptoms often require pediatric-specific approaches.
Protect Infants From Specific Risks
- Never give honey to babies under one year due to botulism risk.
- Avoid water or diluted formula for infants under six months to prevent brain swelling.
Who You Are Shapes Your Health
- Health outcomes depend heavily on social determinants like zip code, sex, and race.
- Systemic biases, including in AI, can embed inequities and cost lives.
