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Head Banger: Identifying and Treating Concussions

Preparation

Head Banger: Identifying and Treating Concussions

Concussions are brain injuries caused by a force applied to the head area. Any blow to the head, or even a slight fall,...

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Survival

Burn Survival: How to Identify and Treat Thermal Burns

Survival

Burn Survival: How to Identify and Treat Thermal Burns

Burn classifications — first-, second-, or third-degree — can be...

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Gear

15 Household Survival Items You Already Own

Gear

15 Household Survival Items You Already Own

To a creative and resourceful individual, the average closet, pantry,...

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March 7, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

A Prepper's Guide to Shelf Life & Expiration Management

An expiration management strategy can help you track shelf life and expiration dates of your food, drinks, medication, and other survival supplies.

February 26, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Infographic: The Effects of Sleeplessness

In an emergency or survival situation, you may not have the luxury of regular and restful sleep, so it's useful to know the effects sleeplessness…

February 15, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

All Washed Up: How to Make Soap from Scratch

Making soap can be a fun home hobby, and it can even be a gateway into prepping for people who aren’t sure about stockpiling beans…

February 14, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

New: GRAYL Geopress Water Purifier

The GRAYL Geopress water purifier uses the company's signature one-press design to remove viruses, bacteria, and protozoa from 24oz of water in 8 seconds.

February 4, 2019 :: By Offgrid Staff

Book Review: "Waste Land" by David T. Hanson

In "waste Land," Hanson photographically documents various toxic waste locations across 45 states that require a long-term abatement plan.

February 2, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Traumatic Shock Treatment & Survival

Shock is a devastating process that has about a 50% mortality rate in the hospital setting. In a survival situation, it'll be a challenge to…

January 30, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Frozen Stiff: Identifying & Treating Hypothermia

Hypothermia occurs when your body loses heat more rapidly than it can replace it. Your bodily functions will rapidly start to degrade, leading to death.

January 25, 2019 :: By Offgrid Staff

Flu Pandemics of the Past 110 Years

This overview recaps some of the deadly flu pandemics and near-misses from history, as well as preventative measures you can take to stay healthy.

January 23, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Infographic: The Survival Rule of 3s

One easy way to remember the hierarchy of survival risks is known as The Rule of 3s: 3 hours without shelter, 3 days without water,…

January 20, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Live: SHOT Show 2019

Tomorrow is the first day of SHOT Show 2019, and it continues through Friday. We'll be there from open to close every day, posting photos…

January 18, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Plug 'Em Up: Puncture Wound First Aid

A post-disaster urban environment is fraught with dangers that can contribute to puncture wounds, such as fallen debris, broken glass, or exposed rebar.

January 17, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Avoiding Dehydration, Heat Exhaustion, & Heat Stroke

When caught early, heat illnesses such as dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke can be stopped and their effects can be reversed.

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