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Broken Arm on Mount Kilimanjaro

During a trek near Kosovo Camp on Mount Kilimanjaro, a US member sustained injuries to his left shoulder and knee after hearing a "pop" while using his trekking pole. The pain rendered him unable to…

During a trek near Kosovo Camp on Mount Kilimanjaro, a US member sustained injuries to his left shoulder and knee after hearing a “pop” while using his trekking pole. The pain rendered him unable to continue the hike. A helicopter evacuation was arranged to a nearby hospital where he was diagnosed with a partial fracture of the left humerus (the bone from the shoulder to the elbow). After treatment, he was discharged with medication and a sling and advised to follow up with his primary care provider upon return home.

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Post-Summit Fall in Tanzania

After summiting Stella Point on Mount Kilimanjaro, a US member sustained a right leg injury and developed altitude sickness symptoms. Unable to bear weight and showing signs of HAPE and HACE, she was evacuated by…

After summiting Stella Point on Mount Kilimanjaro, a US member sustained a right leg injury and developed altitude sickness symptoms. Unable to bear weight and showing signs of HAPE and HACE, she was evacuated by helicopter to a nearby hospital. She was diagnosed with a fractured and dislocated ankle, treated with a cast and crutches and later discharged with medication.

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Paragliding Crash in Mexico

A member from Oregon sustained multiple injuries, including broken ribs, a femoral fracture, mild spleen bleeding, and a pneumothorax, after a paragliding accident in Santa Fe, Mexico. He underwent surgery for femoral shaft repair at…

A member from Oregon sustained multiple injuries, including broken ribs, a femoral fracture, mild spleen bleeding, and a pneumothorax, after a paragliding accident in Santa Fe, Mexico. He underwent surgery for femoral shaft repair at Centro Medico ABC. Due to his medical condition, Global Rescue arranged a business class flight for his return to Portland, Oregon, along with medical transport assistance. He successfully arrived back home where he continued his recovery with family support.

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Snowmobile Crash in Yellowknife

A Canadian member suffered a lower back injury after being thrown from a snowmobile into a tree in Yellowknife, Canada. He experienced worsening pain, tingling, and loss of bowel control. Due to limited medical facilities,…

A Canadian member suffered a lower back injury after being thrown from a snowmobile into a tree in Yellowknife, Canada. He experienced worsening pain, tingling, and loss of bowel control. Due to limited medical facilities, a helicopter evacuation was arranged to Stanton Territorial Hospital. Imaging revealed strained muscles, and he was discharged with medication.

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Collapse on Kilimanjaro

A trekking member from Dubai fell ill at Karanga Camp on Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. She was unable to walk and had low urine output. Due to concerns of AMS and…

A trekking member from Dubai fell ill at Karanga Camp on Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, with nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. She was unable to walk and had low urine output. Due to concerns of AMS and dehydration, Global Rescue arranged a helicopter evacuation to Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center, where she was diagnosed with gastritis and mild HAPE. After receiving treatment, she was discharged and monitored for recovery.

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Motorcycle Crash in Papua New Guinea

A member from Los Angeles sustained a tibia-malleolus fracture following a motorcycle accident in Goroka, Papua New Guinea. Due to limited medical facilities, he was transported to Lae for evaluation. Given concerns about the local…

A member from Los Angeles sustained a tibia-malleolus fracture following a motorcycle accident in Goroka, Papua New Guinea. Due to limited medical facilities, he was transported to Lae for evaluation. Given concerns about the local diagnosis, Global Rescue arranged a business class flight for his return to Los Angeles for further orthopedic assessment.

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HAPE on Aconcagua

A member from Bangladesh fell ill while at Plaza de Mulas in Mendoza Province, Argentina. He was diagnosed with high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) and moderate acute mountain sickness (AMS) after experiencing severe headaches, dizziness,…

A member from Bangladesh fell ill while at Plaza de Mulas in Mendoza Province, Argentina. He was diagnosed with high altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) and moderate acute mountain sickness (AMS) after experiencing severe headaches, dizziness, shortness of breath, and fatigue. Due to the severity of his symptoms, Global Rescue arranged a helicopter evacuation from Plaza de Mulas to Horcones, followed by ground ambulance transport to Hospital Santa Isabel de Hungría in Mendoza. After receiving treatment, the member’s condition improved significantly, and he was discharged with home medications to continue his recovery in Mendoza.

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Lung Puncture From Motorcycle Accident in Mexico

A U.S. member sustained multiple injuries in a motorcycle accident in El Comitán, Mexico, including three fractured ribs and a suspected lung puncture. He underwent surgery for chest tube placement at Central de Especialidades Médicas…

A U.S. member sustained multiple injuries in a motorcycle accident in El Comitán, Mexico, including three fractured ribs and a suspected lung puncture. He underwent surgery for chest tube placement at Central de Especialidades Médicas de La Paz. Due to concerns over local medical facilities, Global Rescue arranged an air ambulance transport for his transfer to AdventHealth Littleton Hospital in Denver. He was admitted for further care and continued his recovery.

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Severe Altitude Sickness on Kilimanjaro

A member from Papua New Guinea required evacuation from Barranco Camp, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, after experiencing severe symptoms of HAPE. He was transported via helicopter to Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center, where he was diagnosed with…

A member from Papua New Guinea required evacuation from Barranco Camp, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, after experiencing severe symptoms of HAPE. He was transported via helicopter to Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Center, where he was diagnosed with mild HAPE. After receiving treatment, he was discharged and later confirmed his recovery and plans to return home.

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Airborne Rescue for a Canadian Climber

A Global Rescue member from Victoria, Canada, required evacuation from Aconcagua, Argentina, due to Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE). After experiencing severe symptoms, including low oxygen saturation and fatigue, the member…

A Global Rescue member from Victoria, Canada, required evacuation from Aconcagua, Argentina, due to Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) and High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE). After experiencing severe symptoms, including low oxygen saturation and fatigue, the member received oxygen therapy at a nearby camp. A medical evacuation order was issued, leading to an airlift to Horcones and subsequent ground transport to Mendoza for hospital evaluation. The member was stabilized and later discharged with no further complications.

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HAPE on Aconcagua Triggers Rescue

A member from Arlington, United States, suffered from AMS and suspected HAPE while on the Guacanos route of Aconcagua, Argentina. Symptoms included shortness of breath and dangerously low oxygen saturation despite medication. A helicopter evacuation…

A member from Arlington, United States, suffered from AMS and suspected HAPE while on the Guacanos route of Aconcagua, Argentina. Symptoms included shortness of breath and dangerously low oxygen saturation despite medication. A helicopter evacuation was approved, and the member was transported from Plaza Argentina to Mendoza for hospital treatment. After overnight monitoring, the condition improved, with minor congestion and resolved headaches, allowing for discharge and independent recovery.

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Summit Effort Ends at Base Camp 3

A US member developed severe HAPE at Base Camp 3 Guanacos on Aconcagua, Argentina. Initial symptoms included persistent headaches, worsening fatigue, cough, and dangerously low oxygen saturation. Due to the critical condition, an emergency helicopter…

A US member developed severe HAPE at Base Camp 3 Guanacos on Aconcagua, Argentina. Initial symptoms included persistent headaches, worsening fatigue, cough, and dangerously low oxygen saturation. Due to the critical condition, an emergency helicopter evacuation was arranged. The member was transferred to a hospital in Mendoza, where AMS and HAPE were confirmed. After treatment and observation, the member was discharged with medical advice to take extreme precautions during recovery.

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