The Safariland Tourniquet System: Redefining TQ Carry
Hemorrhage secondary to traumatic injury is the leading cause of death for Americans between one and 46 years of age. Up to half of all hemorrhage‑related deaths occur before a…
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How Many Tourniquets Should You Carry? A Data‑Driven Analysis
Uncontrolled extremity hemorrhage remains one of the most preventable causes of death in both military and civilian trauma. Tourniquets have become a cornerstone of modern prehospital care, yet the assumption…
Immediate Casualty Care IWB 2.0: A Practical Approach to Everyday IFAK Carry
Immediate Casualty Care (ICC) was founded by Jon Grabo, a full-time firefighter and paramedic, with a mission to provide both training and low-profile medical gear tailored for private security professionals,…
The Cult of the Tourniquet: How Battlefield Doctrine Is Failing Ukraine
Tens of thousands of Ukrainians have lost their limbs during the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Photo credit: President of Ukraine / Public Domain. In the fog of war, life-saving tools…
TRAUMAGEL®: A Promising New Hemostatic Gel
Photo by Cresilon® TRAUMAGEL® is a promising new hemostatic gel developed by Cresilon®, a Brooklyn-based biotechnology company. This innovative product has recently received FDA clearance and is designed to control…
C-TECC Updates Protocols for BLS/ALS Clinicians
In late November, the Committee for Tactical Emergency Casualty Care (C-TECC) issued updated protocols for Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) clinicians. These updates are part of…
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TacMed Solutions™ K9 Tourniquet: A Lifesaver for Man’s Best Friend
Whether you’re a K9 handler, a dog owner, or someone who works with dogs, it’s essential to know the fundamentals of first aid for severe bleeding. We all know the…
CoTCCC Tourniquet Placement Guidelines
Marines with Echo Company, Battalion Landing Team, 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regiment, practice applying tourniquets during a Combat Life Saver class aboard the USS Green Bay (LPD 20), at sea,…
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From Operational Readiness to Catastrophic Injury and Beyond
Guest post by my friend Seb Lavoie When a tactical athlete suffers a catastrophic injury on and off duty, the focus must shift, at least temporarily, from prioritizing operational capacity…
The Silent Threat: Understanding the Dangers of Dehydration
Pexels photo by Nathan Cowley As the sun climbs high and the mercury rises, National Hydration Day arrives on June 23 with a timely reminder of the importance of water…