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Mission BriefsResourcesNovember 3, 2025
A 45-year-old member from Australia sustained a knee injury while descending Mera Peak, Nepal. He was unable to walk due to sharp pain in his knee and suspected tendon or ligament damage. Following a recommendation from a medical professional, Global Rescue organized a helicopter evacuation, transporting the member to a hospital in Kathmandu. Diagnosed with suspected tendonitis, he was treated and prescribed rest and medication. The member later reported improvement and shared that he would return home after his treatment, expressing gratitude for the service.
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Mission BriefsResourcesNovember 3, 2025
A 40-year-old member from the U.S. trekking Mount Kilimanjaro experienced an allergic reaction to Diamox, a treatment for altitude mountain sickness (AMS), which resulted in rashes, blurred vision, and vision changes. After assessment, it was determined that she required medical evacuation for further evaluation. Global Rescue organized an airborne transport to a medical facility where she was treated for her symptoms and discharged with medications. She continued her recovery at a nearby lodge, thanking the operations team for their assistance and confirming no further follow-ups were necessary.
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Mission BriefsResourcesNovember 3, 2025
A 55-year-old Australian member in Nepal reported experiencing symptoms consistent with high-altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE), including difficulty breathing, chest congestion, and episodes of desaturation. After failing to find relief with medications, Global Rescue initiated a field rescue, and the member was flown by helicopter to a hospital in Lukla. The diagnosis confirmed HAPE, viral respiratory infection, and acute mountain sickness (AMS). He was treated and later discharged and plans to return home after a brief stay in Kathmandu.
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Mission BriefsResourcesNovember 3, 2025
A 28-year-old member from the Philippines was medevaced from Barafu Camp on Mount Kilimanjaro after exhibiting symptoms of high-altitude pulmonary and cerebral edema (HAPE/HACE), including confusion, low oxygen saturation and severe headache. Due to the lack of medical facilities at the camp, Global Rescue initiated a helicopter evacuation to a hospital, where the member received treatment. She was discharged following recovery, and the operations team thanked her for their assistance.
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Mission BriefsResourcesNovember 3, 2025
A member from the US exhibited acute mountain sickness (AMS) symptoms, including severe headache, dizziness, and difficulty breathing, while at Ama Dablam Camp 2, Khumjung, Nepal. A long-line helicopter evacuation was arranged, transporting the member to CIWEC Hospital in Kathmandu. After treatment, including oxygen and medications, the member was discharged in improved condition and later reported full recovery.
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Mission BriefsResourcesNovember 3, 2025
A member from Ireland sustained severe frostbite on all fingers while at Ama Dablam Camp 3, Khumjung, Nepal. Due to the severity of the injury, a long-line helicopter evacuation to CIWEC Hospital in Kathmandu was approved. The member underwent Iloprost treatment and was discharged after completing therapy, expressing gratitude for the assistance.
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Mission BriefsResourcesNovember 3, 2025
A member from Norway sustained a right ankle injury after slipping on ice during a Lobuche summit attempt in Khumjung, Nepal. Initial treatment involved reducing the dislocation on-site, but due to limited mobility, a helicopter evacuation to PLNN Hospital was arranged. An X-ray confirmed no fractures, but the member later experienced a second dislocation. Further evaluation in Kathmandu revealed ligament tears requiring knee immobilization and a recommendation for surgery. The member returned home with a business class upgrade arranged for comfort.
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Mission BriefsResourcesNovember 3, 2025
A member from Canada suffered from acute gastroenteritis, experiencing severe vomiting and diarrhea, while in Kothe, Nepal. Due to the lack of local medical care, a helicopter evacuation to Lukla Hospital was arranged. After treatment, the member recovered and declined further follow-up, continuing onward travel arrangements.
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Mission BriefsResourcesNovember 3, 2025
A member from the US experienced worsening symptoms, including severe headache, fatigue, and frequent diarrhea, while at Camp 3 during an attempt to summit Ama Dablam in Khumjung, Nepal. Despite initial treatment with NSAIDs and Loperamide, her condition did not improve, prompting her husband to contact Global Rescue. She was evacuated by helicopter from Ama Dablam Base Camp to PLNN Hospital in Lukla, where she was diagnosed with Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and Acute Gastroenteritis. After evaluation and treatment, Ms. Sims was discharged with home medications.
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Mission BriefsResourcesNovember 3, 2025
A member from Australia suffered severe symptoms, including persistent cough, weakness, and breathing difficulties, while trekking in Ama Dablam, Khumjung, Nepal. Medical evaluation determined high-altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) and high-altitude cerebral edema (HACE). A helicopter evacuation was approved, and the member was transported to CIWEC Hospital in Kathmandu, treated with IV fluids, and discharged with medications and recovery instructions.
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Mission BriefsResourcesNovember 3, 2025
A member from the US experienced severe symptoms of AMS, including uncontrollable cough, headache, and dizziness, while trekking in Lobuche, Khumjung, Nepal. A helicopter evacuation was arranged, and the member was transported to CIWEC Hospital in Kathmandu. The member was diagnosed with AMS and sunburn, treated with hydration and topical applications, and discharged for further rest.

