Beyond Hypothermia
August 2026 newsletter. A quiet Norseman, a paper I have wanted to write for a long time, and a new set of mats to learn on.
Jørgen Melau´s Mixed Physiology
Ph.D. Research in Cold Weather Operations for Norwegian Armed Forces. Former Airambulance Rescue Paramedic. Chief Research and Medical Team at Norseman Xtreme Triathlon.
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