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Special Operations Combat Medic School S…
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I am writing this as a guide to help future students prepare and know what to expect when attending the Joint Special Operations Medical Training Center (JSOMTC) Special Operations Combat Medic School (SOCM). I wanted to prepare and when I googled it I came across very little, and most posts were about the old 6 month school and not the new 9 month program. You can google everything from Ranger School to Q-Course preparation, but not really SOCM. If you...
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CAG IFAK review (Video)
Austere Medicine Jay P.
CAG IFAK review (Video) [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8SIP1-XTcA&w=420&h=315]
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Improvised Windlass TQ (Video)
Austere Medicine Jay P.
Improvised Windlass Tourniquet Use "The fact is, a good medic can make bad gear work in a pinch." Jay Paisley {youtube}0Q_ClfyM0Ls{/youtube}
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Knock-off medical supplies: Is saving yo…
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This warning fully understands that many who seek self sufficiency are not made of money and may be on a fixed income. It's always nice to get a deal on something by finding it online for cheaper, but when does the expression "You get what you pay for" come into play? When does quality become priority over price? Medical Supplies should be that line in the sand. In CATS eat RATS: Tourniquet Comparison Article we addressed the difference between tried...