During my childhood, I have vivid memories of my morning routine, which included savoring a delicious orange juice while simultaneously consuming a mysterious multicolored pill. This particular red pill fell into the same category as my daily rituals of tooth brushing, vegetable consumption, and outdoor adventures – all seemingly interconnected with the pursuit of well-being.
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Stockpiling Suggestions For Your Survival Medicine Cabinet
When it comes to building your preparedness arsenal, one essential component to prioritize is stocking up on over-the-counter (OTC) medications. Disaster events can disrupt the availability of prescription medicines, making it crucial to have a reliable supply of OTC drugs.
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The 5 Best Herbal Antibiotics You Should Use
During the 1970s, there was a prevailing belief among experts that infectious diseases were almost completely conquered, thanks to the rapid advancements in antibiotic medicines. However, this perception has been proven grossly inaccurate as disease-causing bacteria have adapted and become resistant to modern medicine.
How to use hemostatic agents
Achieving hemostasis, also known as rapidly stopping bleeding, is a crucial skill that the survival medic must master. In survival situations, bleeding can stem from a range of sources, including falls on rough terrain or confrontations with hostile groups. If bleeding wounds are not treated effectively, it can result in avoidable fatalities among survivors.
Trauma Scenarios And How To Handle Them
The power outage has persisted for 40 days, transforming what initially seemed like a temporary blackout into a grave situation. Both the fire and police departments are overwhelmed, and the 911 system has been inoperative for weeks.
Dealing With Pregnancy and Childbirth When SHTF
Under normal circumstances, news of an expectant mother glowing with the radiance of pregnancy is a joyous occasion, typically marked with celebration, tears of happiness, and mailed birth announcements. However, when the proverbial brown stuff hits the fan, dealing with pregnancy and childbirth is a pressing and stressful situation.
How To Deal With Traumatic Injuries In The Field
The most lethal poison known to man is testosterone. It is not by chance that men make up 93 percent of the federal prison population. Most guys, as any woman will tell you, are infantile and self-destructive—sometimes for hours on end.
Recognizing And Dealing With Shock
Shock can have many different meanings. A movie’s plot twist could be shocking to some. Touching a live wire could result in a shock. You may be in shock as a result of the death of a loved one or as a result of trauma. Shock, in my opinion, is a terrifying term that predicts poor outcomes despite our best medical efforts.
How To Prevent And Treat Common Winter Injuries
Winter can be a time of joy and wonder, but it can also be a challenging season for the outdoorsy person. Winter injuries are a common occurrence for those spending time in the great outdoors, and it doesn’t need to be all that cold for some of the winter injuries we will cover today to impact your health.
Here’s Why You Should Keep Activated Charcoal In Your Survival Pack
Activated charcoal has been scientifically proven to treat poisonings, so keep some on hand at home or in your survival backpack. Let’s look more into how you can use activated charcoal during an emergency.
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Tips For Harvesting And Using The Chaga Mushroom – A Special Mushroom With Many Health Benefits
I first learned about Chaga when I was just a young boy, and my grandfather was the one that taught me everything he knew about this strange mushroom and how to reap its many benefits. Chaga has been used in old folk medicine, and many people do not even know it exists since they mistake it for something else.
Backwoods Safety Recommendations From An EMS Paramedic
We’ve all heard stories of people who went on a day hike or afternoon hunting outing when disaster struck. A short hike or hunt turned into three days lost in the woods, or even worse, the person went missing for weeks and was never heard from again. Backwoods calamities happen every year in America and beyond.
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Tips For Dealing With Prickly Western Flora
Knowing how to deal with prickly western flora will save you trips to the family physician. If you are the type of person who likes spending time in the great outdoors, the following article will help you deal with the less friendly flora.