Medical
The Best New Tool for Chest Seal Training: Mountain Man Medical’s Chest Seal Trainer
Chest seal training just got easier. Learn how Mountain Man Medical’s new Chest Seal Trainer delivers realistic, mess-free practice without ruining gear or manikins.
The Boulder Firebomb Attack: A Reminder That Evil Finds a Way
A would-be mass killer in Boulder was denied a gun due to immigration status, not red flags. The attack still happened. This case shows background checks rarely stop evil—only slow it down.
Army Medic Returns Fire and Saves Life with Improvised Chest Seal
When gunfire erupted outside his home, Army medic Sgt. Brian Lieberman grabbed a gun, engaged the shooter, and saved a wounded teen using an improvised chest seal. His actions earned the Soldier’s Medal—and saved lives.
Motorcycle Accident – My First Emergency Trauma Response
I’m not a professional medic but my training did come in handy when I responded to a motorcycle accident on Highway 285 in Denver last week. Here are some simple takeaways to consider.
Genuine Tourniquets are a Must: Say No to Counterfeits
Some people in our team notified me of something disturbing they found while visiting an undisclosed shooting range that was hosting a USPSA Championship match. Each shooting bay had a…
Rugby Team Jumps into Action, Improvises to Help Save 2 People’s Lives
Players from the Women’s Trowbridge Rugby team in England paused their practice to intervene and help save the lives of people injured in a serious traffic collision. There are some…
Should You Include Narcan in Your Trauma Kit?
A wholistic approach to preparedness is important. I believe being able to address common life-threatening injuries is as important as carrying a firearm or knowing what to do in case…
From Tactical Tampons to Top-Notch Tools: Unveiling the Essentials of a Stop the Bleed Kit
Attention concealed carriers and defenders of safety! When it comes to being prepared for any situation, we firearms enthusiasts and outdoorsmen have an uncanny ability to adapt and improvise. And…
If you can’t call 911, who can you call? Man Bleeds to Death Waiting on Hold With 911
A young husband and father bled to death after sustaining an accidental gunshot wound while driving home from work. As if that isn’t sad enough, the man called 911 but…
Three Reasons to Merge Your Firearms and Medical Training
Over the past few years, I’ve seen a trend toward citizen defenders adding emergency trauma skills to their toolbox. That same drive to protect life against an attacker should motivate…
Treating a Minor Injury on the Range is Important
Last month, our company held the second annual Guardian Conference. A 3-day training event that provides plenty of live-fire range time. With hundreds of people on the range over two…
Should You Give Medical Aid to Someone You Just Shot?
People often ask me if a person who shoots someone should also give medical aid to that person. I think the question is valid and worth some consideration. If you…
2 New Trauma Kits Specifically Designed For the Outdoors
Our partner company, Mountain Man Medical, has released two new trauma kits explicitly designed for those of us who hear the call of the outdoors. If like hiking, hunting or…
How Prepared Are You For A Medical Emergency? [Surprising Survey Results]
Some time ago, We asked some of our customers to complete a survey assessing their ability to intervene in an emergency trauma incident. The results surprised me, and I think…
10 Things Missing From Your IFAK
We all know we are more likely to save a life using a good Trauma Kit than our concealed firearm. But, whatever the situation calls for, we want to have…
