by Susan Duclos, All News Pipeline:

Readers, as usual, are showing how seriously they are taking the spread of the new coronavirus COVID-19, while at the same time providing a great example of not panicking, staying calm and simply preparing for the worst while hoping for the best.

We noticed a recent discussion about medical care during a pandemic when doctors are extremely busy dealing with the spread of the new coronavirus, and attempting to contain that spread so it does not become an epidemic within the borders, although some would rationally argue it already is.

With leaked documents showing that hospitals are preparing for a massive influx of cases over the next two months , and estimating they will run short of ICU beds and ventilators, it does seem to be a moment to reflect on staying healthy, and being prepared to treat minor and even some major ailments at home using home remedies and natural remedies.

While some people are paying very close attention to the spread of the COVID-19, the number of cases in their states, how close to where they live that spread has reached, and considering a “healthy quarantine area” by hunkering down and avoiding crowded spaces, others are watching, claiming they are paying attention but showing a disturbing disconnect by refusing to limit their exposure to others unnecessarily even in areas where there are already confirmed cases of COVID-19.

A  reader commented recently about needing to go for a routine X-ray and ultrasound after recently suffering two heart attacks in December, weighed against the fact that he is feeling fine and doesn’t want go to a hospital crowded with people and be put up against machines that are used on others that could be sick.

With the speed that cases are doubling, see the reaction in other countries, such as Italy that has basically locked down their whole country, the concern is legitimate and even logical.

His comment did however spurn a discussion about what happens when regular emergencies occur during a pandemic.

ANP reader Mara natha captured the essence of the discussion:

Often forgotten is what happens to regular emergencies during a pandemic? What if you have appendicitis, a stroke or heart attack or require gall bladder surgery? Cancer treatments and renal support? You may not be able to get into a hospital. With the coronavirus present, you may not want to, but NEED to. We’ve already had one poster here re-thinking a trip in for a routine check up. What do you do when it is not so routine?

Excellent points and questions and something that should be addressed in depth, which we plan to do.

FIRST AND FOREMOST: When a life threatening emergency happens, if a doctor is available, one should always get professional help, even if they have to see the doctor wearing full biohazard gear and respirator masks. What we are discussing below is if there is no available medical help, no doctor and no prescribed medications to be had.

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PREPPER/SURVIVAL, MEDICAL AND FIRST AID BOOKS (PREPPERS)

First off there are books, paperback or hardcover, which help with “prepper” medicine, specifically meant for times when their is no medical professional help to be had. We often see those linked and spoken about in relation to a SHTF scenario, or an EMP/grid down possibility, or anything that would force people to look to alternative methods of staying safe and treating issues that would normally require a doctor.

These same sources can save your life during a pandemic as well.

Prepping for a Pandemic: Life-Saving Supplies, Skills and Plans for Surviving an Outbreak (Preppers)

Dare To Prepare

Where There Is No Doctor

The companion book to that one titled Where There Is No Dentist, via reader WV Bear, can be found online, for free in a PDF.  (Note– We do recommend always printing a hard copy of these types self-help books)

The Survival Medicine Handbook: A Guide for When Help is Not on the Way

Bushcraft First Aid: A Field Guide to Wilderness Emergency Care

The Ultimate Survival Medicine Guide: Emergency Preparedness for ANY Disaster

Corona Virus Emergency Protection Manual: Avoiding and Beating the Corona Virus

Alton’s Antibiotics and Infectious Disease: The Layman’s Guide to Available Antibacterials in Austere Settings

Merriam-Webster’s Medical Dictionary

There are also a number of FREE Survival PDFs, manuals and downloads available online.

Hat tip to reader Sabruer for some of the suggestions listed above.

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