When Cold Strikes: ACLS and Chilblain Response

Introduction Healthcare is often about balancing urgent emergencies with long-term care needs. On one side, sudden cardiac arrest demands immediate action with Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). On the other, environmental conditions like cold weather can lead to painful but less urgent conditions such as chilblains. While these two medical scenarios may seem unrelated, both highlight how preparedness and adaptability save lives when cold strikes. ACLS: Responding to Emergencies ACLS is an advanced set of protocols designed for life-threatening cardiac events. Building on basic CPR, it includes defibrillation, advanced airway management, intravenous medications, and post-resuscitation care. In a cardiac emergency, every second counts, and ACLS ensures that healthcare providers follow evidence-based steps to restore heart rhythm and preserve brain function. It is medicine at its most urgent, structured, and precise. Understanding Chilblains Chilblains are a vascula...