A well-stocked home medical kit is the foundation of health preparedness. In an emergency or survival situation, you may not have access to medical care. And even if you are careful, accidents happen. By ensuring that you have basic medical supplies, and gaining the knowledge of how to properly use them, you not only make yourself more self-sufficient, but you improve your odds of surviving a disaster.

According to many experts, in comparison to other developed nations, the American healthcare system faces a complex and multifaceted crisis, characterized by high costs, limited access, and poor quality of care. That’s a huge reason to learn basic first aid, as well as other methods of health management such as herbalism.

In my opinion, people rely on doctors far more than necessary. I’m always surprised to see people taking their kids to the doctor for a cold. Many common illnesses and minor injuries can be easily managed at home, and we, as a society, need to learn how to do that again.