Storing an emergency water supply prepares you for scenarios in which access to water is restricted. In order to be prepared, you need to keep an adequate supply not only for your family’s drinking needs but also for sanitation, cooking, cleaning and the like. This will require food-grade water containers, as well as a backup plan, should … Continue reading Prepping 101: Emergency water storage for beginners
Protect your home from coronavirus and other pathogens by making home-made disinfectants
The new coronavirus disease or COVID-19 is a respiratory illness that causes symptoms similar to those of the common cold, such as fever, cough and shortness of breath. However, while it can potentially be life-threatening in individuals with poor immune systems and underlying conditions, a recent situation report by the World Health Organization (WHO), says most people do … Continue reading Protect your home from coronavirus and other pathogens by making home-made disinfectants
How long does coronavirus last on surfaces? (And how to clean and disinfect surfaces properly)
As the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to spread across America, panic-stricken citizens are buying items left and right. Shoppers are hoarding food and cleaning supplies, but not all products can disinfect surfaces with coronavirus, revealed a study. How long does coronavirus last on a surface? A study published in the preprint database medRxiv on March 11 showed that coronavirus … Continue reading How long does coronavirus last on surfaces? (And how to clean and disinfect surfaces properly)
Tips for protecting your food supply when the grid goes down
As a prepper, it’s important to know about proper food storage and how to gather the necessary supplies for your stockpile. But how do you prevent food spoilage if you experience a long-term power outage? (h/t to BeansBulletsBandagesAndYou.com) Before SHTF, make sure you have backup power for your appliances, especially your fridge and freezer. Otherwise, your perishables … Continue reading Tips for protecting your food supply when the grid goes down
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 