First Aid Safety & Sanitation
While the initial wound itself is going to be bad enough, if it is not properly treated, it could cause a number of additional problems.
This module will go over the techniques to properly treat a wound, and some things we can do to prevent infection and disease.
Important: To get the most out of this first aid course please do not skip ahead. Everything in this course is designed to walk you through the learning process. From understanding your responsibilities and limitations, to what supplies you need and how to use them.
Wound Care & Safety
Video Information:
Lesson 1: Wound Care & Safety
Video Time: 20:57
This video goes over what the most common illnesses might be in a SHTF scenario, and how to treat them.
Wound Care Podcast |
Austere Medicine PDF |
Sanitation & Prevention
Illness Prevention and Sanitation
Video Information:
Lesson 1: SHTF Cleaning & Sanitation
Video Time: 13:36
This video goes over some supplies we need, why we might need them and waste removal in a disaster scenario.
Staying Healthy Podcast |
Off Grid Survival Article |
Training & Resources
This book is 25 years old, but the information is good none the less. "Ditch Medicine" has all sorts of information about SHTF wound care.
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