Should Wounds Be Stitched in a Survival Situation?
Getting cut is just part of everyday life and in this modern age we live in, with all the enormous wealth and comfort we enjoy as Americans, it’s easy to […]
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How to Pack a Wound in 6 Easy Steps
Last week we discussed why learning to pack a wound is an essential skill for stopping life threatening bleeds. If you haven’t seen it yet, I recommend giving the article […]
Bleeding Control: Does Elevating the Wound Actually Help?
2026 Update: This article was originally published in January 2021. We’ve revised it to reflect current bleeding-control guidance. The American Heart Association and American Red Cross (2024 First Aid Guidelines) […]