Category Archives: Medical archives

Week 14 – Question of the Week: Hyperinflation – is it coming to America?

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Week 14: 2011-06-16 Hyperinflation – is it coming to America? Today I’m asking your opinion on hyperinflation. Should I buy a wheelbarrow to tote useless dollars? How will health care be effected in the short-term? Is Glenn Beck crazy or … Continue reading →

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Clinical Laboratory Procedures under Austere Conditions: Part III – Sample Preparation

Posted on June 15, 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.  For Part I of the series, click HERE. Thank you, Pete, for this practical … Continue reading →

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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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Photo Quiz Question – Q.001

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Photo Quiz Question – Q.001 – June 10, 2011 As this web site has developed I’ve continually tried to adapt it to the interests of my readers. At medical conferences, photo quizzes are always popular, and at the-end-of-the-world-as-we-know-it, diagnosis will … Continue reading →

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Photo Quiz Answer – Q.001

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Photo Quiz Answer – Q.001 – June 10, 2011 Cutaneous anthrax due to Bacillus anthracis. Most cases of cutaneous anthrax are caused by contamination of an open wound, often with bacteria present on wool, leather, or hair from infected animals, … 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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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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Herbal Medicine Debate

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

I was intrigued by a reader’s comments on herbal medicine and have replied to her comments below, in italics.  Which position do you take? * * * Ssurvy states: Relying overmuch on what science says about herbs is ridiculous. Science … 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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