I have a whole list of medical stuff and tips. But i will just give you one. How to know your having a heart attack. Usually your left arm will ache like you have never felt before and you will lose strength. For me it also became hard to breathe because one lung is right behind your heart. BUT if you panic or even think about your situation you will get worse, stress plays a big factor at this point which then causes your arteries to close. So get your mind off your condition. Here the thing to do, take an aspirin. Aspirin works as a blood thinner, this will buy you time. Don't waste time by calling your doctor , go right away to the Hospital they always have a cardiologist on duty they are specialist. How I have had two heart attacks so I talk with experience.
I carry BC Power aspirin in my first aid kit. Most of the use of first aid items has been for someone else, but the recipients have always been happy I was carrying a first aid kit. I find it frightening that people with go hiking in a wilderness area without the 10 essentials... Benadryl and Imodium are the other 2 OTC medications everyone should carry in the backcountry.
It’s important to remember that the symptoms for a heart attack present very differently in women. We don’t necessarily get the arm pain. As a woman, please be informed and look up what the symptoms are for women.
As a (former registered) nurse practitioner that is a video close to my heart! You don't have to be anxious, but being alert and use your common sense won't hurt, don't you think? You have a nice combination with those two bags. I think I'll take another look at how I have stored my First Aid stuff. Haven't looked at it for a year! So my tip is to check your First Aid Kit regularly. Is there enough and are the dates still correct, etc.
I’m glad you like my choice of medical kits. After the wrist incident, I got the new one to include some things I hadn’t thought of before. I also kept my wrist brace just in case 😜
I might have missed it, but I always try to have a decent emergency fund so I can go to a motel, if necessary. Extremely bad weather can make that necessary, too. Thanks for the great content.
When weather changes you may not have a choice. Winter 2022 while traveling on I-20 toward Dallas, TX we were told "freeway is shutting do to snow storm get off now." Turned off at next exit and got a room for three nights. Glad immediately took action. Within a few hours the modest motel was full and following day, locals who lost power were scrambling for a place to stay. Sure you all know keep emergency food on hand as in this incident all the local restaurants shut down.
I travel with some serious medical conditions, and the advice I give everyone is: tell your medical providers that you camp and where (how remote). One doctor gave me his cell phone number for me or - more importantly - any ER doctor to call him if I have an incident on the road. Another gave my name to their answering service so that any time I call and need someone right away, they call him instead of a less familiar doctor on call. My doctors also give me tools (like an Epipen) that they might not normally, because they understand that 911 isn’t always an option.
Excellent tips. Thanks, Dee. 😊 A little under 13 years ago, I was so strong, and with having a baby at 40 years old, that strength has absolutely disappeared. I’m back to doing my regular 6-days-a-week workout, and my goal is to get strong again like I used to be, because I want to be sure that as I get older, I can avoid my body becoming prone to injuries that could be avoided.
6:40 - you are supposed to always go to the park emergency room after using an epipen. Epinephrine can save your life but it can also cause a heart attack so you are supposed to get Medicare care immediately after injections!
@@LadyBugout also, idk why my new phone keeps adding and changing words. -park* -change Medicare to medical 😂😂🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️ If I go back and edit it, than it removes the heart that you out there! Glad you could decipher my auto-INcorrect!!
Definitely check with your doctor but I know when my Nephew got swarmed by a hive of bees while doing trail cleanup for community service the supervisors fed him a bunch of Benadryl (in consultation with EMTs by radio) while they got him to the closest hospital where they gave him several shots. It's always important to be prepared.
Very useful video on a very important topic. I agree with what you say, and I always carry a fairly comprehensive first aid kit when road tripping. Fortunately, I have not had to use it. About the diarrhea, it is always good to have ciprofloxacin and/or azithromycin which can stop this problem very quickly if used soon after the first symptoms appear. I have been down many backroads where there are no public toilets, and I know that you have been down these types of road often too. I had a good two-weeks road tripping mostly in Appalachia trying out my new Jeep. I came home to lots of weeding and trimming.
Thank you. Yes, it’s good to be able to stop diarrhea in some circumstances for sure, and depending on why you have it. Sounds like you are having a great time with your rig🙌🏼💃🏻💪🏼
Great video! When my dad passed, on the way to his Arlington cemetery service, I camped. It wasn’t until I felt my heart racing that I realized I had not taken my meds in three days. Unfortunately I was Miles and Miles away from anybody, but I did manage to get things under control and now have an alarm set every single day, so this never happens again.
Diarrhea is good to just get out until you get dehydrated! I'm disabled and have a chronic illness and i know today I'll have to plan my whole vanlife around that. I'll need to stay within phone service and AAA coverage, for instance. I'll need to have a build that can handle my funky joints and weakness. Your preparedness ideas are a great way to establish a base kit that we can each add things to for our individual needs.
I love that you mentioned those with chronic conditions. I hear from so many that "wish" they could do this life but worry about their aches and pains. We all hurt in some way every day, we just learn to manage it. You have to try, life is worth it. Get busy living or get busy dieing... Thank you Dee..😊
Yes, I have been so encouraged and inspired by so many who are out here doing their thing regardless-it isn’t necessarily ‘easy’ for them, but they are embracing life!!!
I recently (in May) tripped over a curb. I put my arm out in front of me to break my fall, only to break my arm. 🙄 (I had a closed fracture and soft tissue damage in the wrist.) I just started hand PT a couple of weeks ago and continuing to have ongoing pain. I am also disabled with many, many years of severe RA in my ankles/feet. I’ve managed to adapt my ankles and feet issues to keep car camping, and am HOPING the hand heals as it’s my dominant hand and I already have problems with lifting things. I’m remaining positive and doing all my exercises at home to keep improving and strengthening, I’m just keeping my fingers crossed I don’t have this for the rest of my life, like the RA. But, if I do, I’ll just have to create NEW workarounds! 😊 I’m not ready to give up car camping quite yet!! ❤
@@LadyBugoutThanks! While I’ve been diligently working on the injured hand, I’ve also been doing identical strengthening exercises of my weaker hand as well. Shhhhh…. 🤫 I haven’t told it yet, but it may have to take up the slack!! 😂🤣❤
Excellent tips and reminders. I keep a few first aid kits on hand (one little for taking when I do a day hike, one more substantial), and a disaster kit (food/water for 3 days). For Safety - loved ones know where I am and can use the "find me" feature of phones to see me travel. When I'm going to stay a while in an area that's away from home base, I look up urgent care and medical options that are "in network" (covered by my insurance) so I won't have unexpected expenses incurred if I do need medical attention.
Excellent topic to cover or reiterate. My friend and I are both van lifers. I have had severe gout for two weeks, and it has incapacitated me. Luckily, I stored crutches and a cane in my van. With Urgent Care and an ER help I'm slowly recovering. As a former military medic and CPR instructor, it is crucial that you are prepared while on the road. Great video, Dee.
Really good tips, both from you and from the comment section. As we get older, we especially need to pay attention to our bodies. But if we are traveling alone, we also need to have a way to get help to us if we've hurt ourselves in such a way that we can't move or can't drive. Remember to always have your phone and ID on you. Use a phone bag if you don't have pockets. There are GPS gadgets we can use while hiking, but today's iPhones have a connection to satellite if we really need 911 type help and are out of phone service area.
Dee, my stomach hurt seeing the lump on your wrist when it was getting wrapped up. 😢 I can't believe it's already been a couple of years. I'm glad you're healed. ❤❤❤
Yes, it’s all better. Sometimes I tweak it a little in the wrong way and it can be sore for a couple days. But I’m so glad it hasn’t done any long term damage 🙌🏼💪🏼💃🏻
I have a couple of first aid kits-one focused more on injuries, the other with medications. However, my dog is the one who has used most of them: lots of gauze and tape due to a minor scrape on her foot!
Beautiful hair change, great tips, sometimes when I go on trips & map out the major route I like to also take note of emergency care & hospital locations & if they are on my route or how far off of it
It’s good to have a print out of all your medications, allergies, and past and current medical history. All the emergency contact numbers of friends and family that should be contacted if needed. Who should be contacted if you have pets in your vehicle or at home.
Wow Dee!! Once again, you make us aware of things that we don't think about every day. These things can be useful on the road and in all other situations in life. Your words and suggestions are always very relevant and essential. Your experience serves us and teaches us. Continue to take care of yourself and others by sharing your experiences and knowledge.
It's strange how we can sometimes have an injury and realize it, but most of the time it happens, and we ignore it. I have several types of first aid kits also and some of them are pretty close to extreme emergency 'level'. I have a few plastic bin/shoe boxes that I just slapped some tape on and labeled: pain, cold/flu, allergies, topical, etc. I camp and transferring bins to something more practical seemed daunting until I realized most of these containers are unnecessary because over-the-counter meds are usually only half full or could fit into snack zip lock bags that I can label. Your video gave me inspiration and I think I will break my kits up to be oriented toward different 'degrees' of medical needs. Thank You! I love your videos and you provide a wonderful service to the community!
Thank you Dee. As usual, excellent tips & info. P.S. Evergreen, CO Van Expo this weekend was excellent, many super high-end vendors. Most vans upwards of $100+K - way too expensive for this old lady. I’ll stick with the dinky, cute FTC. Onwards & upwards. Happy Trails! ❤
Looking forward to when you share a few videos of you enjoying yourself on your journey. I miss seeing what you see and experiencing your creativity via the angles you video and put those experiences together. Even if they are from a year ago or months ago. As I was typing (around the 8:00 mark) you showed some of what I enjoy lol lol. I enjoy all you create. Happy Place = Happy Days.
Great ideas for your healthcare. I would highly recommend filling out the ‘Medical ID’ on your smartphone, complete with Emergency contact information. Think of it as a ‘Medic Alert bracelet’ on your phone.
Thanks Dee, very informative and I would also add, if you have a chronic health condition, ensure you always know your nearest emergency department, know how long it will take you to travel to it from your destination AND stay in mobile phone range. There were times when I got very sick and had to call the emergency department for advice and to let them know when I was arriving. For example when I’ve had to use my epi pen for anaphylactic, as I need to be monitored for 4 hours afterwards in emergency care.
hello. It is extremely important to have plan b, c and d, when it comes to health, and even more so when you have a special lifestyle like yours. As always, very good advice and observations, useful at all times. thank you. 🙌🤗🙋🏾♀️👋🏥
Glad you’re back! I wonder if you have notifications turned off or are not subscribed-that would keep my channel from not showing in your feed. Thanks for being here ☺️
I did the same thing at the lake but I broke and fractured my wrist. It took nine months before I could move my fingers again, so don’t listen to those doctors.😂❤ anytime you have a severe sprain. If you take up to two months for the spring to completely heal, don’t lift anything heavy for at least three months do yourself a favor. I will save myself some grief if I let someone else and do the lifting.😂
I have my husband's pharmaceuticals list on my computer & cellphone for refills and remember some drugs need to be at certain temperatures not too hot not too cold in a van!
Another good tip is to carry personal info. card with any medical conditions that you may have, allergies, emergency contacts, medications that you take, special needs and anything that should be known just in case you are unable to relay that info.
Health challenges can be overwhelming. Hubby and I were in Quartzsite volunteering at a long term visiting area for the winter season. January the whole staff became sick including me. Had difficulty breathing and the Camp host thought it was because of several reasons. Two weeks into January I went to urgent care and was told I have a minor amount of liquid in my lungs... 30 days later I went to the ER. I was diagnosed with pneumonia, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes AND Congestive Heart Failure!! Wowzers. I have a great Primary Dr and Cardiologist who are helping me manage my health so I can continue to live this Nomadic lifestyle. Know your body, pay close attention to how you're feeling and watch your diet.
Crazy you’re posting this. I just broke my wrist at camp. I don’t have insurance but went to a great clinic in the area. Now for the bill. Lol I’m on SSI recently and don’t get Medicare till November. Was biding my time until then. Ugh
Hola Dee!! Te admiro tanto, perdón por escribirte en español, entiendo un poco de inglés,amo tus videos,amo esa vida de van life!! ❤❤ Eres una inspiración para mí!! Tengo 49 años y es mi sueño viajar y vivir así!! Pero tengo varias condiciones médicas,😢😢y me da mucha tristeza de pensar si lo lograré 😢😢😢.. mientras tanto sigo viendo tu canal,y apoyandote.. y veo varios canales así.. Dios te Bendiga siempre 🙏🙏🙏❤❤ ojalá me leas 😂😂😂y m digas algo! Me harías muy feliz!! Mi nombre es María Antonia!! ❤❤😂chaoo!!
Muchas gracias por tomarse el tiempo para escribirme una nota alentadora. Lamento saber que tiene una condición médica que le impide poder hacer vida de ‘vanlife’. Gracias por ver y apoyar el canal. Me alegro que lo disfrutes🥰
Can u tell my wifi if good at the moemnt 😜, living in the forest u learn to live with out it 😉but totally appreciate whwn u have it lol What a great video Dee. U are so prepaired . 😉 Im telling u that little back pack area is like a magic hat ... Lol 😜 Also i would like to add knowledge on narural herbal meds that grow in ur area also are "gold" when ur in the forest . 😉🌱❤️ Sending u loads of love my friend 😊
I have IBS , Diabetes, heart function problems, and stability problems. I keep a Zoleo’s with me for emergencies. I can hit a button and communicate with with people through a satellite
THANK YOU for the comment. Hikers and boaters routinely carry emergency communication devices that rely on satellites. I have Garmin 67i - it snaps on my jacket collar all the time. Can instantly communicate with emergency services, be located or call family/friends Also includes mapping so you can "help yourself" if lost. These are sold at most big sporting goods stores or Best Buy. Takes awhile to get used to as uses text messaging. Recommend it for ANY solo traveler. Like a phone has a monthly fee of $12/mo. Units are $400-600, but last up to 20 years.
Remember heart attacks for women can look a little different. Here are the symptoms from Mayo Clinic: Neck, jaw, shoulder, upper back or upper belly (abdomen) discomfort. Shortness of breath. Pain in one or both arms. Nausea or vomiting. Sweating. Lightheadedness or dizziness. Unusual fatigue. Heartburn (indigestion)
BTW: Hope you never get in a situation where a medic calls a air lift helicopter for you, had that happen to me & it wasn't necessary and it was $1000 per mile flight out of network, yep $50,000.00 long story
Sorry about that. The last one is in my glove box. It is tiny and has bandaids, first aid ointment, and ibuprofen 😝 the ‘emergency’ cut or headache kit lol
Assumed third was in purse/day hike gear. A minimalist would try to limit it to one first aid bag - everything in one spot. Emergency vs comfort items.
That is a lot of chronic conditions to deal with. Yes, I guess it depends how well they can be managed from the road. Taking care of yourself is priority 🙌🏼
Pack a lunch, grab a chair and sunhat and head to the local state park. For four hours "pretend" you are vancamping. Next month choose another spot. You don't need to go far or stay long. It's the adventure!
I found a Reiki practitioner here on TH-cam that is absolutely blown my woo woo self😮 my left shoulder had zero rotation for almost 2 years putting one of her videos on Loop overnight and the next night a mixture of videos in relation to the healing of joints? in 72 hours it was at 100% and it has continued to be that way for over 3 months😮 Reiki Shakti by Savita😮 read the comments you'll be blown away like everybody else for 20000 subscribers have watched her videos over 4 million times❤❤
You know, you don’t know me, but I feel we’re good friends from YT. Could I ask why you keep letting your hair grow? As a good friend, I’d like to encourage you to trim it 2-4 inches. I think it is not looking pretty, but just messy. Sorry in advance as I don’t want to offend you.
I have a whole list of medical stuff and tips. But i will just give you one. How to know your having a heart attack. Usually your left arm will ache like you have never felt before and you will lose strength. For me it also became hard to breathe because one lung is right behind your heart. BUT if you panic or even think about your situation you will get worse, stress plays a big factor at this point which then causes your arteries to close. So get your mind off your condition. Here the thing to do, take an aspirin. Aspirin works as a blood thinner, this will buy you time. Don't waste time by calling your doctor , go right away to the Hospital they always have a cardiologist on duty they are specialist. How I have had two heart attacks so I talk with experience.
That’s a great one! Thank you for taking the time to post it ☺️
So true my BIL had a heart attack, he calls 911 and they said chew two aspirin. Probably saved his life ❤
I carry BC Power aspirin in my first aid kit. Most of the use of first aid items has been for someone else, but the recipients have always been happy I was carrying a first aid kit. I find it frightening that people with go hiking in a wilderness area without the 10 essentials... Benadryl and Imodium are the other 2 OTC medications everyone should carry in the backcountry.
Women’s myocardial infarctions are different in women than men. Be aware of the difference between the sexes.
It’s important to remember that the symptoms for a heart attack present very differently in women. We don’t necessarily get the arm pain. As a woman, please be informed and look up what the symptoms are for women.
As a (former registered) nurse practitioner that is a video close to my heart! You don't have to be anxious, but being alert and use your common sense won't hurt, don't you think?
You have a nice combination with those two bags. I think I'll take another look at how I have stored my First Aid stuff. Haven't looked at it for a year!
So my tip is to check your First Aid Kit regularly. Is there enough and are the dates still correct, etc.
I’m glad you like my choice of medical kits. After the wrist incident, I got the new one to include some things I hadn’t thought of before. I also kept my wrist brace just in case 😜
I might have missed it, but I always try to have a decent emergency fund so I can go to a motel, if necessary. Extremely bad weather can make that necessary, too. Thanks for the great content.
Yes! That is a good thing to mention. It has saved me a couple of times now 🙌🏼
When weather changes you may not have a choice. Winter 2022 while traveling on I-20 toward Dallas, TX we were told "freeway is shutting do to snow storm get off now." Turned off at next exit and got a room for three nights. Glad immediately took action. Within a few hours the modest motel was full and following day, locals who lost power were scrambling for a place to stay. Sure you all know keep emergency food on hand as in this incident all the local restaurants shut down.
I travel with some serious medical conditions, and the advice I give everyone is: tell your medical providers that you camp and where (how remote). One doctor gave me his cell phone number for me or - more importantly - any ER doctor to call him if I have an incident on the road. Another gave my name to their answering service so that any time I call and need someone right away, they call him instead of a less familiar doctor on call. My doctors also give me tools (like an Epipen) that they might not normally, because they understand that 911 isn’t always an option.
That’s an awesome doctor you have there 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
Great info, Dee. I One time when my father at a remote location and got a severe cut, he stitch it up himself with a sewing needle and thread. 😮
That’s so cool 😝 It’s good to know you can do what you gotta do when you need to🤗
Excellent tips. Thanks, Dee. 😊
A little under 13 years ago, I was so strong, and with having a baby at 40 years old, that strength has absolutely disappeared. I’m back to doing my regular 6-days-a-week workout, and my goal is to get strong again like I used to be, because I want to be sure that as I get older, I can avoid my body becoming prone to injuries that could be avoided.
That is so awesome, Coralie! I totally get that. I had my last when I was 42😜 You got this 💃🏻🙌🏼💪🏼
Always a Delight to catch Yor Post !🙂❤️
Thank you ☺️
6:40 - you are supposed to always go to the park emergency room after using an epipen. Epinephrine can save your life but it can also cause a heart attack so you are supposed to get Medicare care immediately after injections!
Yes, I did go to an urgent care and then to a campground when they cleared me. ☺️
@@LadyBugout ohh good!! Glad you got checked out!! Also glad you were okay!!
@@LadyBugout also, idk why my new phone keeps adding and changing words.
-park*
-change Medicare to medical
😂😂🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️
If I go back and edit it, than it removes the heart that you out there!
Glad you could decipher my auto-INcorrect!!
Definitely check with your doctor but I know when my Nephew got swarmed by a hive of bees while doing trail cleanup for community service the supervisors fed him a bunch of Benadryl (in consultation with EMTs by radio) while they got him to the closest hospital where they gave him several shots. It's always important to be prepared.
Oh wow! That sounds horrible-Yes, Benadryl is good to have.
Very useful video on a very important topic. I agree with what you say, and I always carry a fairly comprehensive first aid kit when road tripping. Fortunately, I have not had to use it. About the diarrhea, it is always good to have ciprofloxacin and/or azithromycin which can stop this problem very quickly if used soon after the first symptoms appear. I have been down many backroads where there are no public toilets, and I know that you have been down these types of road often too. I had a good two-weeks road tripping mostly in Appalachia trying out my new Jeep. I came home to lots of weeding and trimming.
Thank you. Yes, it’s good to be able to stop diarrhea in some circumstances for sure, and depending on why you have it. Sounds like you are having a great time with your rig🙌🏼💃🏻💪🏼
Great video! When my dad passed, on the way to his Arlington cemetery service, I camped. It wasn’t until I felt my heart racing that I realized I had not taken my meds in three days. Unfortunately I was Miles and Miles away from anybody, but I did manage to get things under control and now have an alarm set every single day, so this never happens again.
Oh wow! Sorry to hear that, but glad you were ok and I know that will be etched in your memory from now on😬
Diarrhea is good to just get out until you get dehydrated!
I'm disabled and have a chronic illness and i know today I'll have to plan my whole vanlife around that. I'll need to stay within phone service and AAA coverage, for instance. I'll need to have a build that can handle my funky joints and weakness.
Your preparedness ideas are a great way to establish a base kit that we can each add things to for our individual needs.
Yes! That’s great that you are thinking ahead. It will serve you well☺️
I love that you mentioned those with chronic conditions. I hear from so many that "wish" they could do this life but worry about their aches and pains. We all hurt in some way every day, we just learn to manage it. You have to try, life is worth it. Get busy living or get busy dieing... Thank you Dee..😊
Yes, I have been so encouraged and inspired by so many who are out here doing their thing regardless-it isn’t necessarily ‘easy’ for them, but they are embracing life!!!
I recently (in May) tripped over a curb. I put my arm out in front of me to break my fall, only to break my arm. 🙄 (I had a closed fracture and soft tissue damage in the wrist.) I just started hand PT a couple of weeks ago and continuing to have ongoing pain. I am also disabled with many, many years of severe RA in my ankles/feet. I’ve managed to adapt my ankles and feet issues to keep car camping, and am HOPING the hand heals as it’s my dominant hand and I already have problems with lifting things. I’m remaining positive and doing all my exercises at home to keep improving and strengthening, I’m just keeping my fingers crossed I don’t have this for the rest of my life, like the RA. But, if I do, I’ll just have to create NEW workarounds! 😊 I’m not ready to give up car camping quite yet!! ❤
I love your positivity -I really believe that it’s more than half the battle to getting over an injury like that. You got this 💃🏻💪🏼🙌🏼
@@LadyBugoutThanks! While I’ve been diligently working on the injured hand, I’ve also been doing identical strengthening exercises of my weaker hand as well. Shhhhh…. 🤫 I haven’t told it yet, but it may have to take up the slack!! 😂🤣❤
Excellent tips and reminders. I keep a few first aid kits on hand (one little for taking when I do a day hike, one more substantial), and a disaster kit (food/water for 3 days). For Safety - loved ones know where I am and can use the "find me" feature of phones to see me travel. When I'm going to stay a while in an area that's away from home base, I look up urgent care and medical options that are "in network" (covered by my insurance) so I won't have unexpected expenses incurred if I do need medical attention.
That sounds like good preparation! I like the sound of it ☺️
Excellent topic to cover or reiterate. My friend and I are both van lifers. I have had severe gout for two weeks, and it has incapacitated me. Luckily, I stored crutches and a cane in my van. With Urgent Care and an ER help I'm slowly recovering. As a former military medic and CPR instructor, it is crucial that you are prepared while on the road. Great video, Dee.
Thanks! Yes, it’s easy to forget until you are in an emergency situation 😬
Really good tips, both from you and from the comment section. As we get older, we especially need to pay attention to our bodies. But if we are traveling alone, we also need to have a way to get help to us if we've hurt ourselves in such a way that we can't move or can't drive. Remember to always have your phone and ID on you. Use a phone bag if you don't have pockets. There are GPS gadgets we can use while hiking, but today's iPhones have a connection to satellite if we really need 911 type help and are out of phone service area.
Yes! Really good reminder. Thank you ☺️
Dee, my stomach hurt seeing the lump on your wrist when it was getting wrapped up. 😢 I can't believe it's already been a couple of years. I'm glad you're healed. ❤❤❤
Yes, it’s all better. Sometimes I tweak it a little in the wrong way and it can be sore for a couple days. But I’m so glad it hasn’t done any long term damage 🙌🏼💪🏼💃🏻
All good advise for EVERYONE whether living on the road or in sticks & bricks.🥰
So true! 🙌🏼💃🏻💪🏼
I have a couple of first aid kits-one focused more on injuries, the other with medications. However, my dog is the one who has used most of them: lots of gauze and tape due to a minor scrape on her foot!
That’s a good idea. Awww sorry your dog is injured!
Good info. Health and healthcare is bad enough when in a house. Out and about can be challenging.
Very true!!!
Its my only worry having an medical emergency while in the back country . Thanks for sharing!
I can imagine! That would be a priority to ensure your safety 😬
I am sorry that you hurt yourself but I am happy you are ok. TAKE CARE !
Thank you 😊
Beautiful hair change, great tips, sometimes when I go on trips & map out the major route I like to also take note of emergency care & hospital locations & if they are on my route or how far off of it
Yes, I do that often as well. It’s just good to know for myself or somebody else that could have trouble. ☺️
Thank God you're okay I'm glad you recorded the thing about accidents and things that can happen to people on the road
Thank you. I’m glad it was helpful to you☺️
It’s good to have a print out of all your medications, allergies, and past and current medical history.
All the emergency contact numbers of friends and family that should be contacted if needed.
Who should be contacted if you have pets in your vehicle or at home.
That’s such a good suggestion. It’s easy to forget those things when you’re thinking about everything else 💃🏻💪🏼🙌🏼
Wow Dee!! Once again, you make us aware of things that we don't think about every day. These things can be useful on the road and in all other situations in life. Your words and suggestions are always very relevant and essential. Your experience serves us and teaches us. Continue to take care of yourself and others by sharing your experiences and knowledge.
Thanks for these kind words of encouragement, Jenny 😊
It's strange how we can sometimes have an injury and realize it, but most of the time it happens, and we ignore it. I have several types of first aid kits also and some of them are pretty close to extreme emergency 'level'. I have a few plastic bin/shoe boxes that I just slapped some tape on and labeled: pain, cold/flu, allergies, topical, etc. I camp and transferring bins to something more practical seemed daunting until I realized most of these containers are unnecessary because over-the-counter meds are usually only half full or could fit into snack zip lock bags that I can label. Your video gave me inspiration and I think I will break my kits up to be oriented toward different 'degrees' of medical needs. Thank You! I love your videos and you provide a wonderful service to the community!
Sounds like you are very well prepared too! Yes, I like the idea of transferring things to fit better and consolidating them!!!
You always have great advice and tips. Safe travels.
Thanks, you too!
As usual, Dee, your vlogs are practical, and informative with a healthy dose of enjoyment. Thank you!
Thank you. I appreciate you saying that 😊
Another helpful tips 👍👍 love the channel. Hope you had fun, before the injury
Hahahah yes, I had too much fun I guess 😜
Thank you Dee. As usual, excellent tips & info. P.S. Evergreen, CO Van Expo this weekend was excellent, many super high-end vendors. Most vans upwards of $100+K - way too expensive for this old lady. I’ll stick with the dinky, cute FTC. Onwards & upwards. Happy Trails! ❤
Oh wow! That would’ve been fun to attend. Yep, my little van is still my #1 choice 😜
These are good tips I have a first aid kit in my van & I have done a first aid course
That's great! Glad you enjoyed the tips💃🏻
Hey Ms. Dee! Good thoughts, always pays to plan ahead!
Yes it does 🙌🏼
Looking forward to when you share a few videos of you enjoying yourself on your journey. I miss seeing what you see and experiencing your creativity via the angles you video and put those experiences together. Even if they are from a year ago or months ago.
As I was typing (around the 8:00 mark) you showed some of what I enjoy lol lol.
I enjoy all you create. Happy Place = Happy Days.
Thank you. Yeah…every day is different and every video is too 😝 some are more interesting than others too!!!
Beau Of The Fifth Column has videos on Survival Kits.
I’ll have to check it out. Thanks!
Great and very useful information. Thanks so much for sharing this!
Glad it was helpful!😊
Great ideas for your healthcare.
I would highly recommend filling out the ‘Medical ID’ on your smartphone, complete with Emergency contact information.
Think of it as a ‘Medic Alert bracelet’ on your phone.
That’s a good suggestion!!! Thank you for mentioning it🙌🏼
Naww, thanks for all your tips. You are so beautiful. Keep up the good work xx
Thank you! I appreciate the encouragement ☺️
And the E bike!!!
I would need a very small one😝
Always good to be prepared. The tough part is thinking of everything ahead of time. Do your best and stay safe! 😎
You got that right! It’s all we can do 🙌🏼
Thanks Dee, very informative and I would also add, if you have a chronic health condition, ensure you always know your nearest emergency department, know how long it will take you to travel to it from your destination AND stay in mobile phone range. There were times when I got very sick and had to call the emergency department for advice and to let them know when I was arriving. For example when I’ve had to use my epi pen for anaphylactic, as I need to be monitored for 4 hours afterwards in emergency care.
Yes, that is so important! I’m glad you’ve been well prepared for that 🙌🏼
hello. It is extremely important to have plan b, c and d, when it comes to health, and even more so when you have a special lifestyle like yours. As always, very good advice and observations, useful at all times. thank you. 🙌🤗🙋🏾♀️👋🏥
You are absolutely right! Thanks for the reminder it goes for everyone no matter where we are 💃🏻🚗🐞
Wow its been awhile since I saw a video of yours..I just had to say Wow i love the Hair and whatever seems to have changed since I last watched..
Glad you’re back! I wonder if you have notifications turned off or are not subscribed-that would keep my channel from not showing in your feed. Thanks for being here ☺️
Great tips, Dee! Stay safe and healthy ❤❤ miss you!!!
Miss you too! I’ll be out that way sometime soon.
I did the same thing at the lake but I broke and fractured my wrist. It took nine months before I could move my fingers again, so don’t listen to those doctors.😂❤ anytime you have a severe sprain. If you take up to two months for the spring to completely heal, don’t lift anything heavy for at least three months do yourself a favor. I will save myself some grief if I let someone else and do the lifting.😂
Yikes! That sounds terrible. Hope you’re doing better 😊
I have my husband's pharmaceuticals list on my computer & cellphone for refills and remember some drugs need to be at certain temperatures not too hot not too cold in a van!
That’s so smart! It’s good to have it all in one place.
Thank you Dee.
You are so welcome☺️
Another good tip is to carry personal info. card with any medical conditions that you may have, allergies, emergency contacts, medications that you take, special needs and anything that should be known just in case you are unable to relay that info.
That’s such good advice!!! I forgot about that one🙌🏼
Thanks for your useful tips! ❤
You're so welcome!💃🏻
Health challenges can be overwhelming. Hubby and I were in Quartzsite volunteering at a long term visiting area for the winter season. January the whole staff became sick including me. Had difficulty breathing and the Camp host thought it was because of several reasons. Two weeks into January I went to urgent care and was told I have a minor amount of liquid in my lungs... 30 days later I went to the ER. I was diagnosed with pneumonia, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes AND Congestive Heart Failure!! Wowzers. I have a great Primary Dr and Cardiologist who are helping me manage my health so I can continue to live this Nomadic lifestyle. Know your body, pay close attention to how you're feeling and watch your diet.
Wow! That’s quite an emergency. Yes, pay attention-it’s so important to listen to what our bodies are telling us 💪🏼
Being an herbalist, my first aid box is also stocked with an arsenal of medicinal plant extracts, in addition to the usual bandages, etc.
I think a lot of people would like to know how you get your health insurance? Love your vids!
That would be a good topic all on its own. 🤔 I’ll have to think how I can do that!!!
People make me carry A big first aid kit, Because I am the definition of klumsy.Great tips, great video.
Hahahah yes me too 😜
Crazy you’re posting this. I just broke my wrist at camp. I don’t have insurance but went to a great clinic in the area. Now for the bill. Lol I’m on SSI recently and don’t get Medicare till November. Was biding my time until then. Ugh
Oh darn!!! Yes, urgent care clinics are a good work around for that. It won’t be as much as an ER at a hospital at least 😬
Lovely your video on TH-cam. I very do keep watching new post on TH-cam video ❤❤❤❤👍👍👍👍👍✌️✌️✌️✌️
Thank you ☺️
❤Great video ❤
Thank you!🐞
Hola Dee!! Te admiro tanto, perdón por escribirte en español, entiendo un poco de inglés,amo tus videos,amo esa vida de van life!! ❤❤ Eres una inspiración para mí!! Tengo 49 años y es mi sueño viajar y vivir así!! Pero tengo varias condiciones médicas,😢😢y me da mucha tristeza de pensar si lo lograré 😢😢😢.. mientras tanto sigo viendo tu canal,y apoyandote.. y veo varios canales así.. Dios te Bendiga siempre 🙏🙏🙏❤❤ ojalá me leas 😂😂😂y m digas algo! Me harías muy feliz!! Mi nombre es María Antonia!! ❤❤😂chaoo!!
Muchas gracias por tomarse el tiempo para escribirme una nota alentadora. Lamento saber que tiene una condición médica que le impide poder hacer vida de ‘vanlife’. Gracias por ver y apoyar el canal. Me alegro que lo disfrutes🥰
@@LadyBugout❤❤❤ gracias por contestar me😊
Another Great Video 👍 Great content, keep up the great work! ❤️
Thanks so much! 💃🏻🙌🏼💪🏼
Can u tell my wifi if good at the moemnt 😜, living in the forest u learn to live with out it 😉but totally appreciate whwn u have it lol
What a great video Dee.
U are so prepaired . 😉
Im telling u that little back pack area is like a magic hat ... Lol 😜
Also i would like to add knowledge on narural herbal meds that grow in ur area also are "gold" when ur in the forest . 😉🌱❤️
Sending u loads of love my friend 😊
Hahahah you’re catching up for sure 😜
Before I left home, I moved my prescriptions to Walmart. Now, no matter where I am, I can have them filled. There are Walmarts everywhere.
That’s a good thing. They are in more places than other pharmacies!
Good thoughts.
Thanks ☺️
Great video with brilliant tips xx ❤
Thanks so much! 😊
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nd I forgot to say, continue the beautiful life you lead, the one you chose
Awww 🥰 you too!!!!
Thank you 💕
I have IBS , Diabetes, heart function problems, and stability problems. I keep a Zoleo’s with me for emergencies. I can hit a button and communicate with with people through a satellite
That’s so important! I’ve heard of Zoleo. I’m glad you recommend that here. 🙌🏼
THANK YOU for the comment. Hikers and boaters routinely carry emergency communication devices that rely on satellites. I have Garmin 67i - it snaps on my jacket collar all the time. Can instantly communicate with emergency services, be located or call family/friends Also
includes mapping so you can "help yourself" if lost. These are sold at most big sporting goods stores or Best Buy. Takes awhile to get used to as uses text messaging. Recommend it for ANY solo traveler. Like a phone has a monthly fee of $12/mo. Units are $400-600, but last up to 20 years.
I will say it was one of the most graceful things that nobody actually knewhurts you… Lol
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Hola amiga, saludos desde Puerto Rico,
Hola! ☺️
Remember heart attacks for women can look a little different. Here are the symptoms from Mayo Clinic:
Neck, jaw, shoulder, upper back or upper belly (abdomen) discomfort.
Shortness of breath.
Pain in one or both arms.
Nausea or vomiting.
Sweating.
Lightheadedness or dizziness.
Unusual fatigue.
Heartburn (indigestion)
Thank you for posting this. I frequently hear symptoms for men, and wondered what I should be on the lookout for.
This is awesome! Thank you 🙌🏼
@@LadyBugout My pleasure!
@@lisaroth7526Glad I could help! 🩷
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Good video
Thank you 😊
BTW: Hope you never get in a situation where a medic calls a air lift helicopter for you, had that happen to me & it wasn't necessary and it was $1000 per mile flight out of network, yep $50,000.00 long story
Yikes!!! Sounds like a interesting story😛
You mentioned you had 3 first aid kits but only talked about 2... I'm kind of an obsessive lol No problem.
I noticed that too...😊
Sorry about that. The last one is in my glove box. It is tiny and has bandaids, first aid ointment, and ibuprofen 😝 the ‘emergency’ cut or headache kit lol
Assumed third was in purse/day hike gear. A minimalist would try to limit it to one first aid bag - everything in one spot. Emergency vs comfort items.
@@LadyBugout 😎😁👍🏻 no need to apologize! We just pay a lot of attention to what you say, apparently. 😊😂
I remember that time. I got the answer to the quiz wrong!
Hahahahah! Did you think I hurt it getting out of my van 😛
@@LadyBugout Yep, that was my guess. I was sure you didn't hurt it dancing (unless you were hiding the blonde hair). LOL
I have 17 chronic conditions as well as a lot of allergies. I dream of vanlife some day but I worry how I will ever swing it.
That is a lot of chronic conditions to deal with. Yes, I guess it depends how well they can be managed from the road. Taking care of yourself is priority 🙌🏼
Pack a lunch, grab a chair and sunhat and head to the local state park. For four hours "pretend" you are vancamping. Next month choose another spot. You don't need to go far or stay long. It's the adventure!
Thank you for your information, Ladybug out
You are so welcome, Sheila ☺️
I also wear a medical necklace, as I have allergy to latex and am diabetic.
Good suggestion.💪🏼
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You know, you don’t know me, but I feel we’re good friends from YT. Could I ask why you keep letting your hair grow? As a good friend, I’d like to encourage you to trim it 2-4 inches. I think it is not looking pretty, but just messy. Sorry in advance as I don’t want to offend you.
I do trim it. Sometimes the wind blows and there’s not much to do about it 😜