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Articles on essential medical topics

Photo Quiz Question – Q.002

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

Photo Quiz Question – Q.002 – June 17, 2011 It’s summertime . . . better watch out for this problem. Anyone can get it – no one is truly immune. What does the above image depict?  Is there any treatment?  … Continue reading →

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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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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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Clinical Laboratory Procedures under Austere Conditions: Part II – Light Microscopy

Posted on June 1, 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.  * * * As outlined in … Continue reading →

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