The tsunami of strikes, hospitals and clinics closing departments- or shuttering their doors altogether-along with drug and medical supply shortages is the strongest indicator that our health care system is in total collapse.Hospitals York (Maine) Hospital is closing...
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Pharmacy Techs Report Massive Drug Shortages
A highly concerning survey conducted by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board, who grants a Supply Chain and Inventory Management for certification, has stated that nearly 96% of respondents report the pharmacy they work for faces drug shortages. Established in...
Emergency Alert – Rural Hospitals Closing at an Alarming Rate
You will need to be your own first responderAccording to the Center for Healthcare Quality and Patient Reform, around 30% of all rural hospitals in the U.S. are at a risk of closure due to financial issues. It is expected that these losses will likely increase as...
Are You In One of the Fastest Growing Age Groups in America?
Prepare for a Medical Emergency as a SeniorIf you were born between the years 1946 and 1964, you are considered a baby boomer. This section of the population is the largest and fastest growing population in America, with one in six adults claiming this demographic....
What Should Go in Your Bug Out Bag?
There are many possible scenarios where you may need to leave your home because of a natural or manmade disaster. Ideally, sheltering in place is much more preferable to bugging out. However, this isn’t always possible. If you are required to leave your home because...
How Long Do My Meds Last? A Look at Metronidazole
Consumer notice: A note on expiration dates. This article discusses published research on drug stability, including the FDA and Department of Defense Shelf Life Extension Program (SLEP). SLEP applies to federal stockpiles held under controlled, monitored storage and...
How Long Do My Meds Last? A Look at Ciprofloxacin
Consumer notice: A note on expiration dates. This article discusses published research on drug stability, including the FDA and Department of Defense Shelf Life Extension Program (SLEP). SLEP applies to federal stockpiles held under controlled, monitored storage and...
What Would You Do if Your Insulin Supply Was Disrupted for an Extended Length of Time?
If you have been diagnosed with insulin dependent diabetes you most likely have had extensive education on administration, use and storage of your insulin. However, in a grid down or emergency/supply chain disruption or while traveling, how you normally handle and...
Do Your Children Know What to do In an Emergency?
Medical and other forms of preparedness include teaching the youngest in your family or group Teaching kids how to manage medical emergencies is crucial. It empowers them to take appropriate actions and potentially save lives. Even young children can be taught basic...








