Peak Ready:
Health
During any difficult time, good health is a necessity. If petroleum-base medical supplies and drugs become more scarce, if medical costs get too high, or if transportation costs get too high, being able to care of yourself and your family will be very comforting. If medical care becomes very difficult to obtain during a crisis, a little preparation could be a life saver.
Health
Emergency Medicine:
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Where There is no Doctor
by by David Werner, Carol Thuman, and Jane MaxwellAs the title indicates, this is a guide to medical care if you don't have access to medical services. Written in plain English, with simple illustrations, and well tested all over the world. Free download here.
- Where There is no Dentist
by Murray DicksonA guide to emergency dental care, in a similar vein as "Where there is no Doctor". Free download here.
Herbal Remedies:
- The New Healing Herbs
by Michael CastlemanA list of 100 commonly available herbs and herbal products and their uses. The focus is on scientifically verified results, though interesting historical uses and context are given as well.
- Growing 101 Herbs that Heal
by Tammi HartungThis book covers the entire life cycle of herbs, from planting seeds to growing to using them for herbal remedies (or cooking!) to collecting and saving the seeds so you can do it again.
- Identifying and Harvesting Edible and Medicinal Plants in Wild (and Not So Wild) Places
by Steve BrillThis book describes how to find (and use) a variety of useful plants, in the wilderness or in your back yard.
Note: There are certain medications that have no known herbal substitute. It's a good idea to investigate ways to stockpile required medicines. Your doctor may be able to help. If you don't feel comfortable bringing up Peak Oil, you can mention other concerns, such as natural disasters (Katrina), terrorist attacks, etc. Be careful - there may be legal ramifications for storing large supplies of prescription drugs. Other suggestions are welcome.
Mental Health:
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Peak Oil Blues
People sharing stories, ideas, and ways of coping with the stress that comes with peak oil.
