July 7, 2005. As if we needed to know from the experts how to conduct a civilized life in the face of violence, London sets the standard. St. Mary's Hospital received victims by ambulance as well as on foot. A phenomena that makes complete sense is an issue with lungs after a blast. Lung tissue is 'airy' and delicate, of course, it is going to be most affected when no other injuries are apparent. The 'blast' from the bomb sends a concussion through the air that is delivered by all air in the area. Hence, the air entering the lungs is going to deliver a 'blast' to the tissue causing in some cases microscopic punctures that cause lung collapse over time. The other issue that impressed me were the number of blankets EVERYWHERE. Even the silver colored warming blankets. If anything was realized during the events of the IRA attacks it was the profound effects of 'shock' on the body and the mental health. Besides being a very practical measure to ward off actual physical shock, the idea someone cares and places a blanket around you, a 'womb' if you will is a comfort to the mind as well as the body. Very interesting the response by London and their very well prepared professional emergency personnel. Sympathies to all.