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Frostbite Expertise When It Matters

The International Frostbite Resource Group UK (IFRG-UK) connects patients, clinicians, and those working in extreme environments with trusted, evidence based frostbite advice and specialist support, wherever it is needed.

Welcome

Welcome to our frostbite information resource. This website has been created to provide accessible, evidence-based information for both members of the public and healthcare professionals seeking to better understand frostbite, its prevention, recognition, and management. Whether you are looking for guidance on staying safe in cold environments, learning about treatment options, or accessing clinical resources, we hope you find this website informative, practical, and useful.

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World Extreme Medicine Conference

14/11/2026 08:19 - 16/11/2026 08:19

The World Extreme Medicine Conference 2026 offers a valuable opportunity for those interested in frostbite and cold injury management.

APEX Extreme Physiology...

10/12/2026 - 11/12/2026

Celebrating 25 years of Altitude Physiology Expeditions (APEX), this conference brings together scientists, clinicians, explorers, and innovators to push the boundaries of physiology in extreme...

Quality in Emergency Care Committee

The Quality in Emergency Care Committee at The Royal College of Emergency Medicine has kindly agreed to include a link to IFRG-UK on its Clinical Standards and Guidance webpage.