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   * **Location:** Public Services Ring, [[new_kourou|New Kourou]]
   * **Address:** NE Public Services Ring Road 2
-  * **Surroundings:** Adjacent to the [[federal_library_of_new_kourou|Federal Library of New Kourou]] and connected by a tunnel with the Federal Hospital
+  * **Surroundings:** Adjacent to the [[federal_library_of_new_kourou|Federal Library of New Kourou]]; connected via secured service tunnel to the **Federal Hospital of New Kourou** (in-patient & specialist care).
-The Medical Station of New Kourou is the primary healthcare institution for the [[federal_confederation|Federal Confederation]], playing a central role in the [[federal_health_care_system|Federal Health Care System]] (FHCS). Established in 2626 as part of the [[human_settlement_plan_hsp|Human Settlement Plan]], it operates under the [[federal_health_agency|Federal Health Agency]] and offers a wide range of medical services, integrating [[medical_bots|Medical Bots]] and nanotechnology to provide advanced healthcare despite energy constraints.
-The Medical Station is the only facility legally permitted to use Medical Bots, making it a crucial center for [[the_humans|ExoHuman]] medicine in the [[the_gamma_age|Gamma Age]].
+Established in 2626 under the [[human_settlement_plan_hsp|Human Settlement Plan]] and reorganized in 2632 with the creation of the [[federal_health_agency|Federal Health Agency (FHA)]], the Medical Station of New Kourou is the outpatient core of the [[federal_health_care_system|Federal Health Care System (FHCS)]]. It delivers triage, diagnostics, emergency stabilization, immunization, and nano-assisted outpatient treatments.
+Per Section 13 of the [[civil_code|Civil Code]], healthcare is free for all citizens who comply with mandatory screenings and immunizations. Advanced energy-intensive procedures (full nanosurgery, oncology protocols, long-term recovery) are concentrated next door in the Federal Hospital. Medical Bots —the only legally operating bots in the [[the_gamma_age|Gamma Age]]—may only be used in New Kourou (Medical Station & Federal Hospital) under FHA oversight.
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-===== Medical Services =====
+===== Architectural Significance =====
-The Medical Station provides comprehensive healthcare through a combination of human personnel, automated systems, and nanotechnology. While basic care is available in all reservations, the most advanced treatments are only accessible in New Kourou, requiring patient transfers when necessary.
+  * **Construction Materials:** Standardized refit of Last Frontier hull composites and bio-plastic panels; QFB-shielded (low-draw) med-circuits on critical lines.
+  * **Floors:** 2 (outpatient workflows optimized for short patient loops).
+  * **Design Aesthetic:** Functional starship-clinic hybrid: clean salvage, color-coded wayfinding, minimal ornament; durability over comfort.
+  * **Lighting:** Daylight capture where available; low-draw fixtures supplemented by bioluminescent [[luminofera|*Luminofera dualis*]] strips in corridors and recovery bays.
+  * **Ventilation:** Medical-grade air handling with auto-sterile cycling for ER and scanner rooms.
-==== Basic Medical Care (as available in all settlements): ====
+===== Building Structure =====
-  * **General Medicine:** Routine checkups, treatment for infections, and general diseases.
+**Ground Floor (Outpatient Frontline)**
-  * **Emergency Room:** Immediate treatment for trauma, injuries, and acute conditions.
-==== Specialized Care (Located in the Federal Hospital Building): ====
-  * **Surgery:** Emergency and scheduled procedures performed with Medical Bots.
+  * **Reception & Triage:** Intake desk supervised by a Patient-Intake Medical Bot; identity verification, vitals sweep, GAIA-assisted priority scoring.
-  * **Gynecology and Obstetrics:** Maternal and neonatal care, ensuring healthy pregnancies and childbirth.
+  * **Emergency Room (ER):** Six-bed trauma bay with surgical stabilization pods, auto-sterile field projectors, crash carts; hand-off airlock to Federal Hospital tunnel.
-  * **Pediatrics:** Specialized child healthcare and immunization programs.
+  * **General Medicine Offices (3):** Routine consultations, vaccinations, minor procedures.
-  * **Oncology:** Cancer diagnosis and treatment, including nanotherapy-based solutions.
+  * **Pharmacy Dispensary:** Automated fulfilment of FHA formularies; stock received from the [[federal_pharma_manufactory|Federal Pharma Manufactory]] via secured [[federal_courier_service|Federal Courier Service]] consignments.
+  * **Public W.C.:** Two unisex stalls, [[AuroraSan System|AuroraSan]] equipped.
+**Second Floor (Diagnostics & Administration)**
-==== Preventive Health Services: ====
+  * **Preparation / Diagnostics Rooms (2):** Full-body bioscanners; nano-prep for outpatient protocols.
+  * **Nanotechnology Lab:** Calibration, sterilization, custody tracking of medical nanites; QFB-metered benches.
+  * **Administrative Offices:** Chief Physician; FHA Liaison; secure records bay.
+  * **Break Room & Staff W.C. (AuroraSan):** Night-shift rest and debrief space.
-  * **Vaccination Center:** Administers mandatory and optional immunizations as per the Federal Health Agency’s directives.
+===== Look and Feel =====
-  * **Health Education:** Public awareness programs on preventive healthcare and hygiene.
-==== Psychological Services (Located in the Federal Hospital Building): ====
+From the outset (late Beta Age), the New Kourou Medical Station was built to a standardized starship-clinic spec — not a stopgap. The Gamma Age keeps that continuity: clean salvage surfaces, serial-stamped bulkhead ribs, and ship-grade consoles are consistent and orderly, framed by color-coded trims (white = ER, blue = Diagnostics, green = General Medicine) and clear floor arrows that lead patients through short loops (intake → scan → treat → discharge, or intake → stabilize → tunnel transfer).
-  * **Psychotherapy and Counseling:** Mental health support, crisis intervention, and therapy for trauma survivors.
+Illumination mixes low-draw fixtures with baseboard bands of [luminofera|Luminofera dualis]], giving a soft, even glow without hotspots; night mode dims to corridor edges while keeping treatment bays at clinical luminance. The air carries a precise antiseptic note; HVAC cycles are timed to procedure rhythms, with auto-sterile pulses in ER and scanner rooms. Sound is muted — door gaskets, hush-panels, and cushioned casters on Medical Bots keep the acoustic profile calm.
-==== Pharmacy: ====
+Visual language is FHA-standard: discreet iconography for zones and custody chains (dispensary, nano lab), analog redundancy labels beside GAIA terminals, and unambiguous hazard chevrons at tunnel checkpoints. Seating, counters, and gurney rails follow the same ship-hospital ergonomics seen since late Beta Age: durable, wipe-clean, and unornamented. Overall, the station reads as disciplined, repeatable, and energy-aware — a continuous design philosophy from Beta into Gamma, refined rather than reinvented.
-  * *Dispenses medications prescribed by physicians, managed by a Medical Bot.
-===== Medical Bots: The Backbone of the FHCS =====
-Unlike other [[service_bots|Service Bots]], which were banned under the [[peace_treaty|Peace Treaty,]] Medical Bots remain legally operational due to their critical role in patient care. However, their usage is strictly limited to the Medical Station and subject to strict federal oversight.
-==== Roles of Medical Bots ====
-  * **Diagnostics:** Advanced bioscanners detect illnesses at early stages, identifying pathogens, tumors, and genetic disorders.
-  * **Automated Treatment:** Medical Bots administer precision medication, monitor vital signs, and perform wound care.
-  * **Emergency Response:** Rapid stabilization of critical patients, preventing fatalities in high-risk cases.
-  * **Surgical Assistance:** Supports human doctors by enhancing precision during operations.
-Medical Bots are highly regulated, and any unauthorized removal, reprogramming, or resale is classified as a federal crime.
-===== Architectural Significance =====
-The Medical Station’s design reflects its critical role in healthcare delivery:
-  * **Construction Materials:** Built from recycled components salvaged from the spaceship Last Frontier, ensuring sustainability and resource efficiency.
-  * **Design Aesthetic:** Modern and functional, with a focus on patient comfort and operational efficiency.
-  * **Lighting:** Natural light is utilized wherever possible, since the Gamma Age supplemented by the bioluminescent fungi [[luminofera|Luminofera Dualis]] for eco-friendly illumination.
-  * **Ventilation Systems:** Advanced air circulation ensures hygienic conditions for patient care and laboratory work.
-===== Building Structure =====
-The Medical Station is a two-story facility designed for efficient patient care and medical operations:
-==== Ground Floor: ====
-  * **Reception Area:** Managed by a Medical Bot, handling registrations and triage assessments.
-  * **Emergency Room:** Equipped for trauma care, surgical stabilization, and life-threatening emergencies.
-  * **General Medicine Offices:** Consultation rooms for routine checkups and diagnostic procedures.
-  * **Pharmacy:** Automated medication dispensing, managed by a Medical Bot.
-==== Second Floor: ====
-  * **Preparation Rooms:** Spaces for diagnostic scans and pre-surgical procedures.
-  * **Nanotechnology Lab:** Dedicated laboratory for operating and maintaining medical nanotech systems.
-  * **Administrative Offices:** Workspaces for the Chief Physician and Federal Health Agency representatives.
-  * **Break Room:** Rest area for medical personnel and staff.
 ===== Roles and Responsibilities =====
-The Medical Station combines a small human workforce with advanced automation to deliver efficient healthcare:
+==== Human Staff ====
-==== Human Staff: ====
+  * **Chief Physician (1):** Medical lead; coordinates with Federal Hospital; authorizes nano-protocols per FHA rules.
+  * **General Practitioners (2):** Outpatient care, ER cover, vaccination campaigns.
-  * **Chief Physician (1):** Oversees medical services and coordinates between departments and the Federal Hospital.
+  * **FHA Liaison / Records Officer (1):** Compliance, audits, GAIA interfaces, data custody.
-  * **General Practitioners (2):** Provide routine medical care and handle emergencies.
+  * **Nurses / Med Techs (3):** Procedures, recovery monitoring, patient education.
-  * **Specialists (4):** Experts in surgery, gynecology, pediatrics, and oncology.
+  * **Nanotechnology Technician (1):** Nanite calibration, bench safety, inventory chain-of-custody.
-  * **Nurses (3):** Assist doctors and provide basic patient care.
+  * **Counselor (1):** First-line psychosocial support; referrals to Hospital psychology unit.
-  * **Counselor (1):** Offers mental health support and counseling services.
+  * **Support Staff (2):** Scheduling, logistics, dispensary hand-off.
-  * **Support Staff (2):** Manage records, appointments, and administrative duties.
-  * **Nanotechnology Technician (1):** Operates and maintains nanomedical equipment.
 ==== Automated Staff ====
-The Medical Station relies entirely on Medical Bots, the only legally operational Service Bots in the Gamma Age. These highly specialized bots perform diagnostics, treatment, surgery, and emergency response, ensuring efficient and precise healthcare delivery.
+  * **Medical Bots – Care & ER (6):** Intake scans, stabilization (IV/oxygen/analgesia), precision drug & nano delivery, post-treatment monitoring.
+  * **Medical Bot – Lab (1):** Biochem & genetic panels, pathogen ID, nano lot QA.
+  * **Medical Bots – Dispensary (2):** Formularies fulfillment, dose verification, controlled-substance custody.
+  * **Patient-Intake / Flow Bot (1):** Registration, queue management, GAIA triage execution.
+  * **Cleaning Bots (2):** Continuous sanitization; nightly deep-clean of ER, scanners, and W.C.
-**Medical Bots (12) – Primary Care & Emergency Response**
+> **Legal status:** Medical Bots are lawful only in New Kourou within the Medical Station/Federal Hospital footprint. Removal, reprogramming, or resale constitutes a federal crime.
-  * **Diagnostics & Triage:** Conduct full-body scans, pathogen detection, and blood analyses upon patient intake.
-  * **Emergency Stabilization:** Administer IV fluids, automated CPR, oxygen therapy, and trauma care.
-  * **Treatment Administration:** Deliver injections, prescribed medications, and nano-assisted therapies.
-  * **Post-Treatment Monitoring:** Track recovery progress and detect complications in real-time.
-**Medical Bots (4) – Surgery**
+===== Public Access, Operating Hours and Operational Rhythm =====
-  * **High-Precision Surgical Procedures:** Perform nanosurgical operations with minimal invasion and near-zero error rates.
+  * **Public Access:** Walk-ins accepted; emergencies triaged immediately. Immunization compliance required per Civil Code §13.
-  * **Automated Assistance:** Support human surgeons in complex operations, ensuring efficiency and accuracy.
+  * **Shift Schedule:**
+    * **06:00–14:00** — Consultations & diagnostics
+    * **14:00–22:00** — Procedures & evening ER peak
+    * **22:00–06:00** — Overnight ER cover & observation
+  * **Operating Days:** 24/7. Tunnel transfers to Federal Hospital on demand.
-**Medical Bots (3) – Laboratory & Pharmaceutical Tasks**
+===== Available Treatments and Eligibility (No Pricing) =====
-  *** Sample Testing & Pathogen Identification:** Conduct biochemical and genetic analyses to diagnose diseases.
+Under the FHCS, services are free. Advanced, energy-intensive care is centralized; outpatient protocols below are typical station offerings. (For extended in-patient care, transfer to the Federal Hospital.)
-  * **Automated Prescription Fulfillment:** Dispense medications based on physician directives, ensuring precise dosages.
-  * **Inventory & Supply Monitoring:** Track pharmaceutical stock levels and prevent shortages.
-**Medical Bots (2) – Patient Coordination & Intake**
+| **Treatment**                      | **Description**                                                              | **On-Table Effect (Game)**                                              | **Notes / Routing**                                      |
+| **Basic Medical Check-Up**        | Vitals, labs as needed, hydration & rest guidance                            | Remove 1 level of fatigue; +1 to next Constitution check                | Discharge with prevention brief                           |
+| **Emergency Stabilization**       | Trauma bay intervention; airway/bleeding/shock control                       | Restore 3d6 HP; stop dying; remove bleeding                             | Transfer to Hospital if major trauma                     |
+| **Nano-Therapy Boost**            | Programmable nanites for accelerated healing                                 | Regain 2d8 HP; remove minor condition (poison/mild infection)           | Outpatient; observe 2–4h                                  |
+| **Full Nano-Flush**               | High-grade nanite sweep (pathogen/toxin breakdown)                           | Cure serious disease/poison; +2 Con saves for 24h                       | Hospital consult if systemic complications                |
+| **Genetic Pathogen Screening**    | Deep scan for mutagenic/chronic/latent factors                               | Identify illness; advantage on related saves for 48h                    | FHA registry update                                      |
+| **Vaccination Series**            | Mandatory + optional immunizations (nano-herbal carriers)                    | 30-day resistance vs. listed illness                                   | Schedule via campaigns                                   |
+| **Fracture Reset**                | Realignment with surgical frame + nano support                               | Remove movement penalty; limb functional                               | Follow-up after 72h                                      |
+| **Post-Trauma Neural Support**    | Cognitive nanites + counseling intake                                        | Remove frightened/stunned; +1 Wisdom save for 24h                       | Refer to Hospital psychology if indicated                 |
-  * **Records Management:** Register patients, manage appointment scheduling, and process medical histories.
+===== Security Measures =====
-  * **Triage & Patient Flow:** Direct emergency cases to the appropriate Medical Bot or specialist based on urgency.
-===== Shift Work =====
+  * **Restricted Zones:** ER, Diagnostics, and Nano Lab require staff or Bot escort; biometric + analog key redundancies.
+  * **Alert Workflow:** Intake/ER Bots trigger [[analog_alert_system|Analog Siren]] and auto-notify [[headquarter_of_the_federal_sheriff|Federal Sheriff’s Headquarters]] upon violence, breach, or custody anomaly.
+  * **Patrol Coverage:** Deputies patrol the Public Services Ring; tunnel checkpoints staffed during transfers.
+  * **Custody Chains:** Dispensary & Nano Lab operate sealed lot tracking; random FHA audits.
-To ensure continuous healthcare services, the Medical Station operates on a three-shift schedule:
+===== Player Interaction Possibilities (Legal and Illegal) =====
-  * **First Shift (6:00 AM - 2:00 PM):** Focuses on consultations, diagnostics, and morning emergencies.
+**Legal interactions (FHCS-compliant):**
-  * **Second Shift (2:00 PM - 10:00 PM):** Handles specialized care and procedures, along with evening emergencies.
+  * **Get assigned by GAIA** to short-term station duties (orderly, porter, data clerk) during campaign surges.
-  * **Third Shift (10:00 PM - 6:00 AM):** Provides overnight emergency care and monitors ongoing treatments.
+  * **Serve as controlled “test patients”** for faculty-supervised training (coord. with [[danah_wanah_university_of_new_kourou|Danah Wanah University]]).
+  * **Transport medical consignments** as an employee of the [[federal_courier_service|Federal Courier Service]] on the New Kourou route.
+**Illegal interactions (federal crimes):**
-===== Security Measures =====
+  * Tamper with a Medical Bot’s triage or dispensary routines to alter records or doses.
+  * Divert nano lots or controlled pharmaceuticals from the custody chain.
-To safeguard patients and sensitive medical operations, the station implements strict security protocols:
+  * Use stolen Hospital badges to access the tunnel and exfiltrate a protected patient.
+  * Plant malware in scanner suites to mask an infectious carrier.
-  * **Restricted Access:** Sensitive areas, including the nanotechnology lab and emergency room, are accessible only to authorized personnel.
-  * **Alert System:** An [[analog_alert_system|Analog Siren System]] alerts the [[headquarter_of_the_federal_sheriff|Federal Sheriff’s Headquarters]] of emergencies or unauthorized access.
-  * **Surveillance:** Deputies of the [[federal_sheriff|Federal Sheriff]] patrol the Public Services Ring to maintain overall security.
 ===== Tactical Advice for Dungeon Masters =====
-The Medical Station offers numerous storytelling opportunities, from crisis management to ethical dilemmas. Depending on the timeline, different challenges emerge.
+The Station is the hinge between “everyone gets care” and “energy is scarce.” Tension lives in triage, custody chains, and GAIA’s priorities.
-==== Beta Age: The Struggle for Medical Resources ====
-During the [[beta_age|Beta Age]], the Medical Station faced severe shortages due to the [[great_war|Great War]] and energy crisis. It functioned as a critical stronghold for ExoHuman survival, but with limited supplies, failing infrastructure, and moral conflicts.
-  * **Medical Supply Crisis →** Players must smuggle essential medicines through war-torn territories or negotiate with the New Kourou Robotics Syndicate for black-market Service Bot maintenance parts.
-  * **Triage Under Fire →** The station is overwhelmed with wounded soldiers and civilians. Players must prioritize treatments, facing tough ethical choices about who receives care first.
-  * **GAIA’s Cold Calculations →** The AI determines who is “worth saving” based on efficiency algorithms. Players must decide whether to override GAIA’s triage protocols or risk scarce resources on high-risk patients.
-==== Gamma Age: Political Intrigue & Black-Market Medicine ====
-In the Gamma Age, the Medical Station is fully controlled by the Federal Health Agency and represents the only legal center for advanced healthcare. However, exclusion from medical services, black-market QFBs, and tensions over Native medicine create ongoing conflicts.
+**Adventure Hook — The Quiet Recall:**
+A batch of *Luminofera* strips begins emitting trace spores that skew bioscanner readings. FHA orders a silent overnight recall. The party must swap lighting in live corridors without triggering ER downtime—while saboteurs try to steal the spore-flagged strips as a “bio-key” for black-market med tech.
-  * **Black-Market QFBs & Illegal Medical Bots** → Rumors spread that an [[outlaws|Outlaw]] faction in Firetown has reactivated an old Beta Age Medical Bot. Players must decide whether to report it to the Federal Confederation or protect it for underground use.
+**Adventure Hook — Tunnel Triage:**
-  * **Federal Corruption & Elite Treatment →** Players uncover that high-ranking officials receive priority medical care, while ordinary citizens face waiting lists. They must decide whether to expose the corruption or profit from the system.
+A heat-stroke cluster hits Morningstar. Couriers stream in with critical patients. GAIA assigns the party to intake logistics: they must balance scarce nano-flush benches, keep the tunnel moving, and decide whether to override GAIA when a Federal official jumps the queue.
-  * **Native vs. Federal Medicine Conflict** → The [[the_honga|Honga]] challenge the Medical Station’s policies, demanding greater recognition of Native healing techniques. Players can act as negotiators, spies, or disruptors, influencing the future of Native-ExoHuman medicine.
 ===== Related Pages and Further Information =====
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   * [[federal_health_care_system|Federal Health Care System]]
   * [[federal_health_agency|Federal Health Agency]]
-  * [[federal_health_agency_building|Federal Health Agency Building]]
   * [[medical_bots|Medical Bots]]
+  * [[hospital_of_new_kourou|Federal Hospital of New Kourou]]
   * [[new_kourou|New Kourou]]
-  * [[last_frontier|Last Frontier]]
+  * [[danah_wanah_university_of_new_kourou|Danah Wanah University (Faculty of Medicine)]]
+  * [[federal_pharma_manufactory|Federal Pharma Manufactory]]
+  * [[federal_courier_service|Federal Courier Service]]
   * [[medical_station_of_new_kourou|Medical Station of New Kourou]] (predecessor, [[beta_age|Beta Age]])
-  * [[hospital_of_new_kourou|Hospital of New Kourou]] (predecessor, Beta Age)
 **Federal General Practitioners within the Federal Confederation:**
+  * [[Federal General Practitioner of Firetown|Federal General Practitioner of Firetown]]
+  * [[Federal General Practitioner of Hope|Federal General Practitioner of Hope]]
+  * [[Federal General Practitioner of Morningstar|Federal General Practitioner of Morningstar]]
-  * [[Federal General Practitioner of Firetown|Federal General Practitioner of Firetown]]
-  * [[Federal General Practitioner of Hope|Federal General Practitioner of Hope]]
-  * [[Federal General Practitioner of Hope|Federal General Practitioner of Morningstar]]