In light of unfortunate, tragic events of recent, I was reminded of the importance of the distribution and informed application of some simple life saving pieces of kit that we can all carry should we be confronted with a sudden traumatic situation. After 11 years as a tactical medic, attending multiple week long TCCC, TEMS […]
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3rd Ranger Battalion & The Big Four
Growing up in 3rd Ranger Battalion, the Big Four were constantly stressed and evaluated throughout all phases of training. These skills were how the Regiment plied their trade and were the backbone of the unit’s training and mission execution. If you couldn’t keep up physically you got smoked until you thought your eyes were going to […]
MyMedic Shield: Best Trauma Kit Ever?
People often ask me, “What is the best first aid kit?” That depends on what you are doing. If what you are doing is shooting, getting shot at or at risk of trauma, the best first aid kit is the SHIELD from MyMedic. The Shield a small light one patient kit that goes on your […]
You Have the Rest of Your Life to Get a Tourniquet WARNING: Graphic Video
You may never need a tourniquet, but if you have an arterial bleed, you have the rest of your life to find one. Most people have never seen a man die from an arterial bleed. It is informative far beyond its shock value. How long do you have before you lose consciousness? The following (Graphic) […]
Rapid Application Tourniquet System: Fast and Simple When Speed is Life
The RATS Tourniquet (Rapid Application Tourniquet) is the fastest tourniquet on the market. The RATS is built with a solid vulcanized rubber core covered by a nylon sheath, combined with a unique locking mechanism that creates an incredibly fast tourniquet to apply to self or others. No other tourniquet compares to the RATS when being […]
Bleeding? Who Are You Gonna Call? Yourself
After watching this video, it is proven to me once again that YOU are your own first responder. No one is going to care about your well being or your life more than yourself, so make sure you are prepared. In regards to this specific video and case, what was there for him to do? […]
Improvised Trauma Gear: What’s In Your Range Bag?
Before shooting, my first passion has always been emergency medicine. Working as a paramedic in the largest, busiest city in the country has been one of the most amazing experiences for me. What I find even more rewarding is the ability to blend both passions into one. Whenever I’m on the range I always am […]
Watch Improvised tourniquet for EDC
Everybody should have basic medical training a simple first aid equipment. Small and inexpensive, a turniquet can save a life if there is a massive bleed. Bleeding my not be common around your house, but if it happens, you have seconds to act. A little fore thought goes a long way. In this video below, […]
Save Your Life, Carry a Tourniquet
Recently we talked about how to survive a violent attack. Often in these scenarios there will be people who have sustained significant injuries, left untreated these injuries could lead to death. As a member of the 2nd Ranger Battalion, our leaders made us practice treating casualties. Although I was an infantryman, I was expected to […]
Watch the Top 5 Brutal Facts About Getting Shot
If you’ve been shot, this info probably won’t help you. For everyone else, here’s some stuff you need to know about gunshot wounds. Welcome to WatchMojo’s Top 5 Facts; the series where they reveal – you guessed it – five random facts about a fascinating topic, the five most brutal facts about getting shot. aaa