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Medical Preparedness Tip: A Bug Out Bag
A bug out bag can be a life-saving preparation for emergencies, including natural disasters and a collapse situation. Now is the time to gather your supplies and put a plan together. I have included natural remedies because one day nature may be your pharmacy!
This is more then you will need for 72 hours, however, sometimes your 72 hours may turn out to be weeks or months. Increase or decrease your supplies based on your area and expected collapse situations. I believe you can never be too prepared. Illnesses can progress rapidly so I would not leave out antibiotics.
This is more then you will need for 72 hours, however, sometimes your 72 hours may turn out to be weeks or months. Increase or decrease your supplies based on your area and expected collapse situations. I believe you can never be too prepared. Illnesses can progress rapidly so I would not leave out antibiotics.
Medical Supplies For Your Bug Out Bag
Here is a list of BOB medical supplies:
antiseptics-at least 2 different ones, more is better
oral antibiotics- may also include garlic oil, honey,cayenne,thyme oil,peppermint oil and eucalyptus oil as herbal alternatives
antibiotic ointment and/or antibacterial herbal salve
multi size bandages and ace bandages
gauze/dressings include telfa pads and xeroform petroleum dressings (non stick)
ABD pads
tapes
quality bandage scissor/trauma shear
4 pair or more nitrile gloves
masks- surgical(for sick people) and N-95(for healthy people)
dermabond/needle holder and sutures
tweezers
several large and small size safety pins
magnifying glass
pen light
tongue depressor(s)
clotting powders/dressings
quality tourniquet
olaes modular bandage
Q-tips
cravet triangle bandage
snake bit kit
rubber bag (hot water bottle)
dental kit /and extra clove oil(numbs pain, and good for minor burns when mixed with geranium oil)
claritin (non-drowsy antihistamine)- hay fever/allergies
benadryl ( drowsy antihistamine)-allergic reactions to stings/medication/food/contact with irritants/this is the other ingredient in tylenol PM! It really puts you to sleep at 50mg dose, but this is a better dose for serious allergic reactions!
epipen, if needed for serious allergic reactions
sudafed-decongestant,
eucalyptus essential oil- also a decongestant and good for coughs/ a good insect repellent
pain relievers/analgesics- aspirin/Tylenol/ibuprofen
arnica essential oil- also an analgesic used externally in very dilute amounts (6-12 drops per ounce of carrier oil-see my articles on Natural Medical Kit:Essential oils)
Other Analgesic Essential Oils -Consider 1 or 2 of these – lavender,chamomile,rosemary,eucalyptus, marjoram
arnica essential oil- also an analgesic used externally in very dilute amounts (6-12 drops per ounce of carrier oil-see my articles on Natural Medical Kit:Essential oils)
Other Analgesic Essential Oils -Consider 1 or 2 of these – lavender,chamomile,rosemary,eucalyptus, marjoram
Imodium-for diarrhea tx
hydrocortisone cream- anti-inflammatory, good for rashes
helichrysum essential oil- also anti-inflammatory and additionally an analgesic
Lip balm-I love carmex brand
zinc oxide-rashes and a sunscreen
honey-externally for serious burns/internally mix with garlic oil for an antibiotic and sore throat tx
tea tree essential oil-antiseptic/antifungal/insect bite tx/burn tx
lavender essential oil-analgesic/antiseptic/calming effect for insomnia,stress/skin care-rashes and cuts
peppermint essential oil-respiratory and nasal congestion/Headache tx 1 drop to temples or inhale vapors/also good for digestive disorders/achy joints and muscle tx/ use 2 drops on toothbrush with baking soda
geranium essential oil- decreases bleeding when applied to wound/lowers blood sugar/burn tx
/antibacterial
thieves blend essential oil- A mix of clove,lemon,cinnamon,eucalyptus and rosemary oils- Antibiotic/antiseptic/and a host of other actions.
chamomile tea bags- internally relaxing,headache tx and digestive problems/ external compress for burns,bee stings
ginger tea bags- internally good for nausea, stomachaches, digestive problems like gas and bloating, also good for motion sickness (crystallized ginger is an alternative, but weighs more)
echinacea/elderberry tea bags- supports immune system, decreases flu and cold duration
aloe vera
laxative tea bags- usually contains senna mixed with other herbs for a better flavor
powdered Gatorade-for rehydration drinks ( to tx dehydration)
multi-vitamins, extra vit c and zinc
With the above list you can handle:
colds/flu/cough/sore throat/lung congestion
aches and pains
allergies/allergic reactions
skin irritations and conditions
digestive upsets and nausea
constipation/diarrhea
bug bites/ bee stings/ contact dermatitis( poison ivy/oak/)
burns/sunburn
minor cuts. scrapes and lacerations
headaches, sinus congestion
stress and anxiety
oral hygiene and basic dental tx
surface disinfectant
insect repellent
I know I forgot something!! I would add instant ice bags but they weigh a lot. I would vacuum pack all the tea bags into a very small package. I would also have DUCT tape, but that’s already in a BOB. If you can’t get demabond, superglue may burn like holy heck but sometimes you gotta do what you gotta do. In a collapse situation there will be a lot of improvising!!
Also, make sure you get a small first aid pocket guide. CPR is only done with chest compressions so that’s not hard to learn anymore. Dr Bones has recorded a suturing video, we just have to edit it first. I would have extra bandage scissors, tweezers and pen lights, not one of each.
I have written two different articles on essential oils, so you can read more about them. They are a medicine chest from nature! They are also in very small vials, so they don’t take up much space or add too much weight to the bag.I also have a few medicinal herb articles, which are helpful to know.
Make sure you know who is bugging out with you and acquire their personal medications also. It is important to know what special medical issues you may have to handle, and prepare for them too. If someone in your group has a blood pressure problem, then a stethoscope and blood pressure cuff will be important.
Thanks,
Nurse Amy
