(Natural News) Many people have never seen a snake in person, yet the fear of snakes is one of the most common phobias. Ophidiophobia is the irrational fear of snakes, but it is sometimes called by a more general term, herpetophobia – the fear of reptiles. They slither, hiss and stare with unblinking eyes. Some […]

(Natural News) With the recent rise in violent criminal activity, it is more important than ever before to keep a first aid kit on hand at all times. If you’re planning on building your own kit, take note of the seven items that make up the foundation of an adequate first aid kit. (h/t to SurvivalSchool.us) […]

(Natural News) In many common emergencies or accidents, it’s important to address injuries as soon as possible with first aid or CPR while waiting for — or trying to reach — professional medical help. This gives the victim a fighting chance at surviving the ordeal. In the case of people whose jobs put them right […]

(Natural News) A car crash, a bad fall, or a even a kitchen accident can come out of nowhere and it can be fatal. Emergencies are never planned, which is why learning how and when to use a tourniquet is crucial. If the ambulance is still a few minutes away, there’s a chance that somebody might […]

(Natural News) When you encounter a life-threatening situation, conventional first-aid kits sometimes aren’t enough to deal with it. In this scenario, you will need an individual first aid kit or IFAK, which has specialized tools to deal with potentially fatal injuries such as exsanguination (bleeding out), airway obstructions, hypothermia, among others. Not all IFAKs are made equal. Their contents often […]

(Natural News) A prepper who lives off grid knows how important first aid skills are, especially if someone gets injured in a remote area and you don’t have access to emergency medical services. (h/t to HomesteadSurvivalSite.com) Listed below are crucial skills that you need to learn so you can address common medical emergencies. Applying a […]

(Natural News) Tourniquets are finally getting some good press, an article in News Wise stated. A newly published study showed that a properly fitted tourniquet can increase the chances of survival for a civilian victim who has suffered traumatic injuries. The technique was originally developed to stop wounded soldiers from bleeding to death. It was […]

(Natural News) When you get badly injured and are bleeding out, having a tourniquet handy and knowing how to apply it within seconds can save your life. A prepper should, therefore, learn the right way to use and store it, an article in Imminent Threat Solutions (ITS) states. The very first thing to do is […]