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Health Issues
Health Issues
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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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How To Organize First Aid Supplies on a Boat

Published on July 9, 2014; last updated on December 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

An easy way to organize your first aid supplies so it’ll be easy to find what you need when the time arises, and a list of what’s in ours.

Bad Weather on a Boat? Put on Your Shoes

Published on May 4, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

As you're prepping your boat for a thunderstorm or squall, take a minute to prepare yourself as well.

As you’re prepping your boat for a thunderstorm or squall, take a minute to prepare yourself as well.

Are Green Potatoes Safe to Eat?

Published on March 19, 2014; last updated on May 31, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If your potatoes have a green tint, can you go ahead and eat them? Anything special you should do? How about potato eyes?

Waterproof Pill Carrier for Boaters

Published on January 6, 2014; last updated on January 21, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

If you need to carry pills or antacids with you, it can be tough to keep them dry when you're surrounded by water.

If you need to carry pills or antacids with you, it can be tough to keep them dry when you’re surrounded by water.

Storing Medications When Living on a Boat

Published on July 5, 2013; last updated on November 29, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Hot and humid conditions can make medications melt . . . here's a reader tip on a great way to store those expensive and important stores!

Hot and humid conditions can make medications melt . . . here’s a reader tip on a great way to store those expensive and important stores!

First Aid Tips for Cooking on a Boat

Published on October 1, 2012; last updated on January 12, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

Four quick first aid tips for cuts — that usually aren’t taught in any First Aid class!

Boat Life: Are Rusty Cans Safe to Eat From?

Published on December 14, 2011; last updated on May 1, 2023 by Carolyn Shearlock

You pull out a can and notice a bit of rust on the rim. It is safe to eat? Do you have to throw it out? Here are the rules for deciding.

You pull out a can and notice a bit of rust on the rim. It is safe to eat? Do you have to throw it out? Here are the rules for deciding.

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