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Medical Quarantine – Protecting Your Family from Infection

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Plague.  Yellow fever.  Cholera.  Diphtheria.    Diseases which evoke images of death and despair.   Though less likely to transmit a fatal illness, would you open your door to someone with hepatitis, strep throat, or methacillin-resistant staph?  What about a person … Continue reading →

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References for Medical Preppers: Books, DVDs, and CDs

Posted on December 14, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

The following post on medical preparedness is contributed by Pete Farmer,  who holds advanced degrees in research biology and history, and is also an RN and EMT. * * * If you are in the process of preparing for future medical contingencies, … Continue reading →

Posted in 101 Ways / Health Care, 101 Ways to Save Money on Health Care, Books, Bookshelf, Contributors, Education, Medical archives, Perennial Favorites, Pete Farmer, Save Money | Tagged , , , , , , , | 6 Comments