Category Archives: Preparation

Preparing for medical problems after Armageddon

Trials and Tribulations in Medical Prepping

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Frustated with preparing for end-of-life-as-we-know-it medical concerns?  Today a reader and health care provider shares her experience with trying to get her doctor to help her with medical prepping.    * * * I personally have been ethical and forthright with … Continue reading →

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Who makes the rules?

Posted on June 5, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

A common theme in the comments I receive is frustration over preparing for future medical events when one lacks the license to do so. Why makes the rules, anyway? Is is fair that only doctors can prescribe antibiotics?  Does the … Continue reading →

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Week 13 – Question of the Week: How far along are you in your medical prepping?

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Week 13: 2011-06-2 With 2012 approaching, today I’m asking all readers to comment on this question: How far along are you in your medical prepping? From comments I’ve received, most are just now beginning.  A few, less than 5% by my … Continue reading →

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Where to begin?

Posted on June 1, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Where to begin? As this blog develops, specific advice on relevant topics will be added on a regular basis.  If you have comments or questions on a particular aspect of health care, please enter them below.              In the meantime, start … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day Through the Eyes of a Veterinarian and a Veteran

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Today’s post is contributed by one of our professionals, both a veterinarian and U.S. veteran. * * * I have been blessed to have had a full life with two great daughters and many friends on this and other continents; … Continue reading →

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Week 12 – Question of the Week: How can we best serve our country in preparing for an Armageddon event?

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Week 12: 2011-05-26 With Memorial Day approaching, today I’m asking all readers to consider this question: How can we best serve our country in preparing for an Armageddon event? I know several readers and contributors are serving or have served in … Continue reading →

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Week 11 – Question of the Week: What lab procedures are you preparing to provide at TEOTWAWKI?

Posted on May 19, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Week 11: 2011-05-19 Today I’m asking our professionals to consider this question: What lab procedures are you preparing to provide at TEOTWAWKI? Anyone else with opinions, questions, or concerns is invited to reply as well in the box below. Check back soon … Continue reading →

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Clinical Laboratory Procedures under Austere Conditions: Part I – Introduction

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

The following post on clinical laboratory procedures is contributed by Pete Farmer,  who holds advanced degrees in research biology and history, and is also an RN and EMT.  * * * Among the many unsung heroes and heroines of modern medicine are … Continue reading →

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Dangers of pill splitting?

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Craig asks:  A lot of data sheets I have seen for medicines in tablet form say something along the lines of “Do not halve the tablet. Dose equivalence when the tablet is divided has not been established.” How accurate is … Continue reading →

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Week 10 – Question of the Week: What steps have you taken to establish structured medical care?

Posted on May 12, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Week 10:  2011-05-12 Today I’m asking all our readers to respond to this question: What steps have you taken to establish structured medical care for an end-of-life-as-we-know-it scenario?  Will you simply be on your own amidst the chaos, or have you networked … Continue reading →

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