Recently, an outbreak of severe weather swept across several southern states, producing a number of tornadoes, including one in Mississippi that has been responsible, so far, for 25 dead, dozens injured, and number of missing. If I had to choose between being in the path of a hurricane or a tornado, I’d prefer the hurricane.[Read More] The post Tornadoes first appeared on ..read more

In this video, Nurse Amy again steps in front of the camera to demonstrate what she thinks should go in a compact vehicle medical kit. This isn’t your full “Bug-Out Bag,” but a lightweight setup that works in normal times or if the you-know-what hits the fan. Available at store.doomandbloom.net. To watch, click below: Wishing[Read More] The post Video: A Compact Vehicle Medical Kit first appeared on ..read more

Almost a decade ago, before Russia invaded Ukraine or even Crimea, I wrote about a Ukrainian medic named Oleysa Zhukovskaya, a young woman who volunteered as a medic at protests against the Pro-Russian government at the time. In the midst of the action, she tweeted the words: “I am dying.” You see, the government used[Read More] The post The Group Medic In Hostile Actions first appeared on ..read more

Heavy rain across the state of California has caused landslides, including one that left several homes dangling from a cliffside in San Clemente. The state has seen an unusual amount of rain in certain areas lately, causing destruction and blocking roads. Landslides are caused by disturbances in the natural stability of a slope. Areas where[Read More] The post Landslides first appeared on ..read more

In this episode of The Survival Medicine Podcast, Dr. Joe Alton and Nurse Practitioner Amy Alton discuss the importance of the medic knowing their role and job description in times of trouble, plus how to decide the types and number of medical supplies should be in your storage. Also, the train derailment in Ohio last[Read More] The post Survival Medicine Podcast: Chemical Emergencies, Thyme, Medical Supplies, More… first appeared on ..read more

I guess by now you’ve heard of the chemical emergency caused by the derailment of a Norfolk Southern train in early February. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reports that the hazardous materials included 115,580 gallons of vinyl chloride in addition to other chemicals.  Shortly afterwards, officials decided to set the vinyl chloride on fire, leading[Read More] The post Chemical Emergencies first appeared on ..read more

A common question that family medics ask of me is “how much”? Indeed, the state of the world is making people more and more uneasy, and many casual preppers are now becoming more serious about their preparations. This means a real inventory of medical items they currently have, and what else would be useful if[Read More] The post Medical Supplies: How Much Is Enough? first appeared on ..read more

Last time, we discussed some principles of the medical history and physical exam, something important to know for those  medically responsible for a group in survival settings. Few medics will be conducting regular yearly physicals in survival scenarios. Their patient encounters will be related to some medical problem, such as an injury or illness. The[Read More] The post The S.O.A.P. Note In Problem-Oriented Exams first appeared on ..read more

Recently, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake caused massive damage and loss of life in parts of Turkey and Syria. Over 22,000 deaths are confirmed so far, with more than 60,000 injured. Dr. Joe Alton tells you everything you need to know to increase your chances of surviving this unpredictable and devastating natural disaster. Also, Nurse Practitioner[Read More] The post Survival Medicine Podcast: Earthquakes, Listeria, Allergy Prevention, More first appeared on ..read more

Not everyone on the boat was all smiles…. Recently, Nurse Amy and I took a trip to Key West, Florida, for some deep-sea and reef fishing. I’d like to say a good time was had by all, but on every boat in moderate seas, there are those that suffer what the French call “mal de[Read More] The post Seasickness/Motion Sickness first appeared on ..read more