I used to publish articles and guides concerning first aid on a semi-regular basis on this blog, but over time, have found it's become harder and harder for me to do so. There's been a pretty massive shift in attitude on MTJS with regards to these articles. Long time … [Read more...]
First Aid
The following are all the first aid articles published on this site.
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Diabetes Preparedness: Emergency, Disaster, & SHTF Preps for Diabetics
We've received a lot of reader questions asking us how to prep for diabetes over the years. How many? I couldn't possibly count. It's a lot, and not all from preppers who are themselves diabetics either. We get a number of concerned relatives who are emailing because they … [Read more...]
How to Treat a Burn: From Soothing to Healing
Being burned is a modern world reality. Not all of us have had a dislocated shoulder or severe lacerations, but I can almost guarantee that everyone reading this has been burned at least once. I find it interesting that there's typically so much advice/discussion within … [Read more...]
Asthma Attacks: Symptoms, Treatment, & When to Seek Help
A couple of weeks ago, I woke up to a feeling I hadn't experienced in over a decade. As a kid I had mild asthma, and to suddenly feel my breathing become constrained - the start of a very mild asthma attack - was a real wake up call for me. I had almost forgotten that I used … [Read more...]
First, Second, or Third Degree Burns? The 3 Degrees Of Ouch
Do I have third degree burns? Growing up as a curious child, I found myself a victim to the nasty side of heat on a few occasions, something I am sure most reading this will be able to relate to. Whenever dealing with these heat-related accidents, the term "third degree … [Read more...]
How to Properly Clean a Cut, Scrape, or Wound to Prevent Infection
I have discussed how to seal a wound in the past, and whether to use stitches, bandages, or super glue. I've even done a comprehensive guide about sealing cuts with super glue, but as of yet, haven't fully covered the process of preparing your wound prior to actually sealing … [Read more...]
Hypothermia: Life Threatening, Yet Simple to Treat – Do You Know How?
Hypothermia is one of those conditions that is often discussed and yet rarely described as anything more than simply being out in the cold for too long. The reality is quite a bit more complex and the consequences of ignoring the symptoms often lead to extreme end results, … [Read more...]
The Ultimate First Aid Supplies List: Be Ready for Anything
When we talk about first aid kits, we often think in terms of emergency supplies we'll carry on ourselves everyday should we have a medical emergency when hiking, backpacking, flying on a plane, or doing any other potentially risky activities. Today, however, we won't be … [Read more...]
First Aid: Super Gluing Cuts, Imodium for Emergencies, & More
Thanks to Thomas' knowledge of first aid, we've accumulated a fairly decent number of guides and tutorials related to medicine and basic first aid on this blog. As a survivalist and/or prepper, you won't need convincing that one of the most important skills you can add to … [Read more...]
Top 22 Emergency & Survival First Aid Books
I don't need to tell you how important basic first aid is from the perspective of dealing with unexpected emergency situations. Chances are if you ended up here, you already know. If you're a first aider who just wants to get his or her hands on as many great resources as … [Read more...]