2021
DOI: 10.1007/s00508-021-01856-5
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Medical care at a mass gathering music festival

Abstract: Summary Background Knowledge about longitudinal changes in epidemiological data at mass gathering events is sparse. The goal of this study was to determine and compare the type, severity and frequency of illnesses at a large music festival over 7 consecutive years (2011–2017). Methods Prospectively collected data from the rescue operation protocols of an Austrian music festival were retrieved and analyzed. Patient presentation rates (PPR) and… Show more

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“…The outdoor temperature at mass-gathering events such as music festivals has been shown to have a significant impact on the number and type of presentations. 20 , 23 Given that most music festivals, including Glastonbury Festival, take place within the summer months, 24 environmental exposure can contribute significantly to the medical burden.…”
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confidence: 99%
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“…The outdoor temperature at mass-gathering events such as music festivals has been shown to have a significant impact on the number and type of presentations. 20 , 23 Given that most music festivals, including Glastonbury Festival, take place within the summer months, 24 environmental exposure can contribute significantly to the medical burden.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…14,15 Levels of crowding, availability of drinking water, and the length of the event have also been suggested to impact the level of utilization of medical services. 2,[20][21][22] With festivals typically spanning several days and often taking place in remote outdoor settings, their attendees can be especially vulnerable to environmental conditions. The outdoor temperature at mass-gathering events such as music festivals has been shown to have a significant impact on the number and type of presentations.…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%