Tag Archives: Water

Water in Adverse Environments (Part 4 of 4)

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

Thanks again to  Pete Farmer for the following post.  Don’t forget to read the rest of the series Pete has so graciously shared.  (See http://armageddonmedicine.net/?cat=229) * * *   In the previous three installments of this series, we considered at length … Continue reading →

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The Physiology of Water and Fluid Balance (Part 2 of series)

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

  The following is second in a series contributed by Pete Farmer,  who holds advanced degrees in research biology and history, and is also an RN and EMT.  * * * Having examined the physical and chemical properties of water … Continue reading →

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Survival Basics: The Chemical and Physical Properties of Water

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Cynthia J. Koelker, MD

The following technical article is kindly contributed by Pete Farmer, as a background for further practical considerations regarding water in extreme environments and medical preparedness.  * * * “When the well is dry, we know the worth of water.” Benjamin Franklin, Poor … Continue reading →

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