In this episode of the Survival Medicine Podcast with Dr. Joe Alton and Nurse Practitioner Amy Alton, the difficult topic of GI bleeding is discussed. Upper and lower GI bleeding will be major challenges for the survival medic, so they should know all about it: causes, symmptoms, treatment, and prevention are covered.

Also, many medics keep essential oils, but after a period of time, the supplies will run out. An easy option is to put together a medicinal garden with herbs that can be made into teas with medicinal benefits. Dr. Bones introduces the topic, while Nurse Amy discusses a few you might consider in this multi-part series.

Finally, a listener asks about whether getting his vision corrected with LASIK or PRK surgery is worth it in the face of an uncertain future. Dr. Joe Alton discusses the pros and cons of getting the procedure done, and pros and cons of each method.

All this and more on the Survival Medicine Podcast with Joe and Amy Alton

Wishing you the best of health in good times or bad,

Joe Alton MD