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Articles on essential medical topics

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 →

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Herbal Medicine – Introduction

Posted on November 12, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

The following is excerpted from my upcoming book, Armageddon Medicine. * * * Allopathic doctors (M.D.s and some D.O.s) have little experience with herbal medication, yet we have the greatest likelihood of making some sense out of a thorny issue.  … Continue reading →

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Thyroid disease – Hypothyroidism (low thyroid) – Part 4 of 5 – Herbal treatment

Posted on November 9, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

What is the role of herbal medicine in the treatment of hypothyroid disease?  I spent all afternoon looking into the question. In searching the traditional medical literature I could find no studies that substantiate herbal therapy.  It is unlikely such … Continue reading →

Posted in Blood tests, Herbal and complementary, Herbal medicine, Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism, Medical archives, Stockpiling medical supplies, T3 and T4, Thyroid, Thyroid disease, Thyroid tests, TSH | Tagged , , , , , , , | 13 Comments

Diabetes and the End of the World – Part 2 – Blood Sugar Monitoring

Posted on November 8, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

The following is excerpted from my upcoming book, Armageddon Medicine. * * * Basically there are two kinds of diabetes:  the kind that can kill you quickly and the kind that won’t.  Most people in the first category have Type … Continue reading →

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Asthma and COPD – Part I – Introduction

Posted on November 7, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

The following is excerpted from my upcoming book, Armageddon Medicine. * * * Does the thought of not having a rescue inhaler on hand fill you with panic?  What will you do if albuterol is suddenly unavailable?    I remember … Continue reading →

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It’s 2012 already – Part 7

Posted on November 4, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

This post is seventh in a series by Edward W. Pritchard.  To read more of his writings please visit: http://eddwardwpritchard.blogspot.com It’s 2012 already part 7 fiction edward w pritchard Johnson City, Tennessee and my inner spiritual light is very low today. … Continue reading →

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Thyroid disease – Hypothyroidism (low thyroid) – Part 3 of 5 – Do you need medicine?

Posted on November 4, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

Do you recognize the chemical structure to the left?  If you are hypothyroid, that’s what you’re probably taking:  levothyroxine, the primary thyroid hormone in humans.  No doubt your doctor prescribed this medication, but the question is why?  Were you overtly … Continue reading →

Posted in Blood tests, Constipation, Dry skin, Fatigue, Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism, levothyroxine, Medical archives, Medical testing, Preparation, Symptoms, Synthroid, T3 and T4, Thyroid disease, Thyroid preparations, Thyroid tests, TSH | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 12 Comments

It’s 2012 already – Part 6

Posted on November 2, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

This post is sixth in a series by Edward W. Pritchard.  To read more of his writings please visit: http://eddwardwpritchard.blogspot.com it’s 2012 already – part 6 fiction Copyright © 2010 edward w pritchard   I awoke this morning from terrible nightmares … Continue reading →

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Stay Healthy by Avoiding the Seven Deadly Sins

Posted on October 31, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.  Imagine how healthy America (and the world) would be if we all avoided the seven deadly sins.  The accompanying image depicts the rash of secondary syphilis. Pride leadeth to depression … Continue reading →

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Thyroid disease – Hypothyroidism (low thyroid) – Part 2 of 5

Posted on October 31, 2010 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

The following is excerpted from my upcoming book, Armageddon Medicine. Thyroid disease – Hypothyroidism (Low thyroid) In Part 1 of this series we discussed different types of hypothyroidism and how the diagnosis is made.  The current installment focuses on treatment considerations.    … Continue reading →

Posted in Armour thyroid, Blood tests, Expired meds, Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism, levothyroxine, Medical archives, Medical testing, Stockpiling medical supplies, Synthroid, T3 and T4, Thyroid disease, Thyroid preparations, Thyroid tests, TSH | Tagged , , , , , , , | 12 Comments