Medical Support at a Large-scale Motorsports Mass-gathering Event: The Inaugural Formula One United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas

Sabra, John; Cabañas, José G.; Bedolla, John; Borgmann, Shirley; Hawley, James P.; Craven, Kevin; Brown, Carlos V R; Ziebell, Christopher; Olvey, Steve

doi:10.1017/s1049023x14000636

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“…The need for authorities to prepare for mass gatherings with sufficient resources and the need for preparedness for non-organized events, such as nationwide celebrations after major sports wins or end of school celebrations in May also stood out from the results. Previous research shows that mass gatherings may especially strain resources of the EMS, healthcare facilities, and police forces, and they require pre-planning [8,12,37,40]. The results of this study further showed that pre-checking of the arrangements ensures the actualization of the emergency plan and event organizer's competence for risk identification.…”

Section: Co-operation In the Pre-planning Phasesupporting

confidence: 51%

“…Sufficient first-aid capability and the quality of security emerged from the results along with other needed services, such as taking care of water supply. Previous studies indicated that on-site medical staff should include health professionals along with first-aid providers [15,18,19,23,40]. According to Locoh-Donou et al [26], absence of free drinking water is strongly associated with patient presentations.…”

Section: Factors To Be Noted In the Emergency Planmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Preparedness for Mass Gatherings: Factors to Consider According to the Rescue Authorities

Koski

Kouvonen

Sumanen

2020

IJERPH

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Background: Mass gatherings cause a need for multi-authority preparedness in order to ensure the safety of the event participants and to minimize delays in response for emergencies. Rescue authorities are key players in the pre-planning phase; however, their own point of view regarding all aspects of preparedness for mass gatherings is not well known. The aim of this study was to investigate what factors, according to the rescue authorities, need to be considered when preparing for mass gatherings. Method: Semi-structured thematic interviews were carried out with the rescue authorities involved in the mass gathering planning process (n = 15). The transcribed material was analyzed using inductive content analysis. Results: Three main categories emerged from the interviews: (1) co-operation in the pre-planning phase, (2) factors to be noted in the emergency plan, and (3) actions during the event. These categories were divided into 11 generic categories, which were further divided into 42 sub-categories. Conclusion: Rescue authorities recognized various factors considering preparedness for mass gatherings. Knowledge considering the dispersion of operative workload during the event needs further investigation in order to facilitate the effective use of limited operative resources.

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Section: Co-operation In the Pre-planning Phasesupporting

confidence: 51%

Section: Factors To Be Noted In the Emergency Planmentioning

confidence: 99%

Preparedness for Mass Gatherings: Factors to Consider According to the Rescue Authorities

Koski

Kouvonen

Sumanen

2020

IJERPH

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“…Some work has been undertaken to predict patient presentations to hospital emergency departments/emergency rooms (ERs) from the general community population 34 35 However, predicting the patient presentations to ERs as a result of mass gatherings is not yet discussed in the literature.…”

Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Health Service Impact from Mass Gatherings: A Systematic Literature Review

Ranse

Hutton

Keene

et al. 2016

Prehosp. Disaster med.

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Methods: A handheld GE V-Scan™ with Dual Probe ultra-sound was available for use by physicians in the main medical tent. All treating physicians consented to participate and self-reported their training and proficiency using POCUS. After each use of POCUS, physicians completed a survey recording the indication, scans performed, and impact on diagnosis, management, and disposition of patients. Results: In total, POCUS was used on 28 patients out of the 686 patients seen in the main medical tent. The three most common indications for ultrasound were abdominal pain, gynecological complaints, and dyspnea. POCUS narrowed the differential diagnosis in 64% (18/28) and altered the working diagnosis in 21% (6/28) of patients. It confirmed the management plan in 57% (16/28) and altered it in 39% (11/28) of patients. Use of POCUS reduced the burden on the local healthcare infrastructure in 46% (13/28) of patients and prevented ambulance transport to a higher level of care in 32% (9/28) of patients. Conclusion: Physicians reported that POCUS aided in the diagnosis, management, and disposition of select patients at a remote multi-day mass gathering. POCUS helped to reduce the local healthcare burden caused by hosting a large-scale mass gathering by preventing or altering the urgency of transport to hospital for higher level care or diagnostic imaging. Study/Objective: To present information on an organization of health services and risk preparedness during the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympic Games. Background: Mass gatherings of international importance occur frequently in Brazil, especially in Rio de Janeiro. In 2014 and 2016 the country received two global sports events-the 2014 Fifa World Cup, and the 2016 Olympic Games in several Brazilian state capitals and in Rio. These events joined a great contingent of people and demanded the health sector to prepare for reception of incoming participants and visitors. Methods: The 'Prepara Brasil' Project investigated health services preparedness in Rio de Janeiro. A literature-based data collection instrument to assess available health infrastructure, health services and safety risks concerning the 2016 Olympic Games was made available online for spectators in all Olympic events. Filling out the survey form in real time and directly from the sports venues, was voluntary and participation was maximized through snowballing. After the Games data was accrued and analyzed. Results: A total of 61 spectators, 70% of which were university graduates completed the form. Participants attended 26 events in 42 different sports, during 17 of the 19 days of competition. Roughly 45% of respondents clearly identified locations of health services in Olympic venues. Inside the arenas, 17% of respondents could point out health services and health services personnel at a maximum distancing 50 meters or less (.3 mi) from their seats. Half of participants identified emergency exits and escape routes, and 80% considered safety measures in sports venues as strict. According to participants, crowding was obser...

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“…Current MGM literature consists mainly of descriptive case studies of specific individual events. [5][6][7][8][9][10][11] In this analysis, we investigate variation between patient presentations and ambulance transport rates across various event types, as well as the reasons for seeking medical care. We present our experience managing >200 mass gathering events of various types over a 6-year period at Gillette Stadium.…”

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confidence: 99%

The Gillette Stadium Experience: A Retrospective Review of Mass Gathering Events From 2010 to 2015

Goldberg

Maggin

Molloy

et al. 2018

Disaster med. public health prep.

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At a single venue hosting a variety of events across a 6-year period, we demonstrated significant variations in presentation and transport rates. Weather, gender, event type, and age all play important roles. Our analysis, while representative only of our specific venue, may be useful in developing response plans and staffing models for similar mass gathering venues. (Disaster Med Public Health Preparedness. 2018;page 1 of 7).

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Medical Support at a Large-scale Motorsports Mass-gathering Event: The Inaugural Formula One United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas

Cited by 16 publications

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Preparedness for Mass Gatherings: Factors to Consider According to the Rescue Authorities

Preparedness for Mass Gatherings: Factors to Consider According to the Rescue Authorities

Health Service Impact from Mass Gatherings: A Systematic Literature Review

The Gillette Stadium Experience: A Retrospective Review of Mass Gathering Events From 2010 to 2015

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