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Living the dream doesn't make you immune to illness and injury, unfortunately.
 
Tips to prepare for and handle medical issues from minor to major, including everyone's big question: how do you keep Band-Aids on?

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🎧 Remove Biting Ticks Quickly & Easily

Published on January 13, 2023; last updated on January 31, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Biting ticks are nasty. And dangerous to your health. Here’s how to remove them safely from humans and pets. [More] 🎧 Remove Biting Ticks Quickly & Easily

Food Labels & Allergens – What to Know

Published on November 25, 2022; last updated on November 20, 2022 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you, a crew member, or a guest have food allergy, you need to understand food labels. Here’s what you need to know. [More] Food Labels & Allergens – What to Know

Cardio Aboard Your Boat

Published on November 15, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Nica Waters

Need to work your heart on a boat–level up. Here’s how. [More] Cardio Aboard Your Boat

Boating, Cruisers and Skin Cancer

Published on October 19, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Lately I’ve been thinking about 2 cruising hazards. One is a threat every day, another less often. But both can be deadly. Here’s how to keep yourself safe from both. [More] Boating, Cruisers and Skin Cancer

Simple Exercises to do On a Boat

Published on August 16, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Nica Waters

Hoping to stay fit while living (and cruising on a small boat)? Here are 3 easy exercises to try.  [More] Simple Exercises to do On a Boat

Dealing with Medical Problems on a Boat

Published on July 13, 2022; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If someone on your boat develops health problems, are you prepare? Here’s how we’ve made sure medical issues are manageable. [More] Dealing with Medical Problems on a Boat

Fitness Aboard: 3 Tips!

Published on December 14, 2021; last updated on February 28, 2023 by Nica Waters

Sharing some tips about exercising aboard, learned while cruising Calypso!
 [More] Fitness Aboard: 3 Tips!

Managing Surgery When You Live on a Boat

Published on September 22, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

When liveaboards need surgery, there’s a lot to think about. Learn from our experience when Dave got his hip replaced. [More] Managing Surgery When You Live on a Boat

The Dangers of NOT Drinking–Dehydration!

Published on April 28, 2021; last updated on January 18, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

A scary trip to the emergency room taught us about the dangers of dehydration for cruisers. You’ve probably done these things yourself. [More] The Dangers of NOT Drinking–Dehydration!

Keep Cool When It’s Hot – Here’s How

Published on December 25, 2020; last updated on December 20, 2020 by Carolyn Shearlock

Whether it’s hot flashes or it’s just plain hot, there are ways to cope. Here’s how I stay cool on our boat in the tropics.  [More] Keep Cool When It’s Hot – Here’s How

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