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12 Money Saving Ideas for Virus Control Supplies
1. Make your own virus killing sanitizer with these EPA regulated tablets
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2. Try an ultraviolet sterilizing wand to reduce use of paper towels and sprays
Hospitals have employed ultraviolet light technology for years, using industrial-grade machines to decontaminate rooms. Personal UV sanitation devices are available to household consumers. The device at left is said to deliver a 99.9% sterilization rate. The extra long light tip allows for the coverage of more surface area than similar products of this type, making the device very handy to pass over beds, couches and counters.
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3. Food service industry gloves are WAY cheaper than medical exam gloves
We all love latex or nitrile gloves for tough tasks like dish washing, but think of the number of times you waste expensive gloves performing quick mundane tasks like taking out the trash or changing the furnace filter. If you're only going to be wearing gloves for a minute, it's wise to cut costs by choosing food service gloves to extend the life of your regular collection.
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4. Washable masks are great for emergency backup
We all know that the disposable N95 mask provides the best virus protection, but hospital grade masks are increasingly difficult to obtain. When push comes to shove, don't go without protection. Washable masks can stop many particles from landing on your bare face, even if they don't form a hospital tight seal around the perimeter. Furthermore, any type of mask can capture the vapors from your breath and prevent the transmission of dangerous microbes to others. Wearing a mask is not just a sign of respect. It's the ultimate way to show your love for humanity.
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5. This touch free soap dispenser prevents waste and cross contamination
Ever wonder what kind of germs were on the hands of the person who last touched the soap dispenser? If you're tired of sanitizing the soap pump each time you wash your hands, you'll love this touch free automatic dispenser! It's particularly useful in households with multiple children who touch random surfaces without a care. Before I ordered my first touch free dispenser, my dish soap bottle was always covered in soapy or greasy fingerprints. I grew tired of cleaning the soap bottle with Lysol each time I wanted to touch it. It's the little things that kill, and this ingenious device helped streamline my hand washing routine while easing my worried mind.
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6. Try a touchless personal hand dryer to save money on paper towels
Hand dryers do not kill viruses, but they can simplify your life in many ways.
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7. This room cleaning UVC germicidal light bulb was featured in Forbes magazine
Note that this isn't the kind of light you would leave on all the time. Humans and pets must leave the room for about 15 minutes while the device does its job. Ultraviolet rays can be harmful to the eyes and skin, just like direct sunlight. Just as you wouldn't stare directly into the sun, you should not stare directly into the light. Ozone free.
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8. Commercial hand towels can be a viable alternative to expensive rolls
When quick and sanitary hand drying is your goal, you might not want to waste those thick paper towels that were so difficult to score. I've found that cheap commercial hand towels are good enough to dry hands and wipe surfaces, even if they aren't as durable for deep cleaning and scrubbing. At the beginning of April, I ordered the 19 lb. package pictured at left for around $25, but prices have gone up since then. Prices will likely rise even further as demand increases, so don't delay!
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9. Dish soap is cheaper than hand soap. Buy in bulk so you never run out!
10. Pot scrubbers are great to have around when sponges can't be found in stores
11. Protect hands and save big money on disposable scrub sponges!
12. This UVC device works with your furnace to kill germs in the air
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Some Quick Emergency Survival Tips
Get a super powerful water filter that does not require expensive cartridges
Don't be caught without a backup plan when filter cartridges disappear from store shelves! When cartridge supplies are scarce, remember that the Saywer Water Filter is the most powerful travel filter on the market. It's designed to filter NASTY water for hikers or military marchers who must drink from puddles, swamps and streams. It removes an impressive 99.99999% of all bacteria from questionable water sources, including your own faucet. You'll never waste money on cartridges because this single filter can purify up to 100,000 gallons before it wears out. The filter comes with a syringe to backwash and clean.
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Every home needs a 5 gallon, BPA free water storage container with a spigot
Don't let harmful toxins from substandard plastic sneak into the water you store for emergencies. Choose a BPA free container that holds 5 gallons and break the cycle of dependence upon bottled water. The extra slim vertical design of this container means it won't take up a ton of room in your fridge.
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Stock up on protein rich beans and lentils, as meat will likely become scarce.
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This emergency stove can run on twigs, leaves, wood scraps or charcoal
Have you ever thought about how you might cook food if your gas or electricity bills can't be paid? What if there's no charcoal or propane to run your trusty backyard grill? This easy-to-assemble stove can run on twigs, leaves, cardboard or scraps collected from the yard. The tight position of the tray ensures that you won't blow through too much precious wood or charcoal for a single meal. If wood and charcoal become scarce, you might cherish this cheap but durable contraption more than your fancy grill.
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Choose proper camp cookware that can be used over open fires
It's no secret that Teflon pans emit dangerous toxins when overheated. For this reason, it's better to choose stainless steel or cast iron for open fire cooking. Stainless steel is lighter, more convenient and easier to wash. It doesn't rust as easily as cast iron, but it may not last for generations. A good cast iron set can be handed down to children and grandchildren, provided you keep it dry so that it doesn't rust.
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Lighters are great, but be sure to have emergency backup
A simple canopy will allow you to keep cooking outdoors if it rains
Don't get caught without lanterns and long life emergency candles!
Lanterns are obviously the preferred choice, but if batteries become scarce, you'll appreciate having emergency candles that can burn for nine days. Ditch those scented candles that fill the home with unhealthy chemical fumes and choose practical, unscented candles that are designed to burn slowly and consistently.
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Grab a nice variety pack of seeds or a complete survival garden seed kit
Get a generator to ensure that refrigerated foods don't go bad
Should you choose a propane heater or a space heater?
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Make a comfortable place to isolate sick adults from children
Just in case you missed the viral videos on Facebook, parents who work in hospitals are setting up tents in their yards and garages to separate themselves from the family. If you work in a high risk environment such as a grocery store or hospital, you might consider separating yourself from family members until Coronavirus cases are on the decline. Tents can also be used to contain sick housemates or shield healthy housemates from potential carriers.
Take it from a camping enthusiast who owns multiple tents. The Coleman Sundome (pictured above) is one of the most reliable tents available for campers on a budget. The WeatherTec system with patented welded floors and inverted seams helps ensure you stay dry, even in torrential rains. The Sundome normally retails for around $45, but prices have risen by double since Corona came to town. If you desire a larger tent with much thicker fabric, the Gazelle popup tent is a premium choice. The Gazelle T4 model is large enough for a 6.5" tall person to stand up and walk around inside. By contrast, most folks would have to stoop to get into the Coleman Sundome. As the "Cadillac" of popup tents, the Gazelle springs into place in less than a minute. On the downside, the Gazelle T4 costs about $350. Camping enthusiasts are used to spending top dollar on tents, but emergency yard dwellers may not want to drop a bundle of money on temporary shelter. |
A double high air mattress will save you from stooping or crawling into bed
If tent dwelling is your choice, save your aching back with a double high mattress that eliminates the need to get down on your knees and crawl into bed. Be sure to get an air mattress that's specifically designed for camping, as some double high models are only made to work with pumps that run from an outlet. The perfect outdoor mattress should work with most any type of pump, including manual pumps, battery operated pumps and outlet pumps. A good camp mattress is generally thicker and more durable because it's designed to be used on uneven surfaces where sticks and rocks might poke holes through tents.
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This premium steel hatchet is forged in once piece
In desperate times, you may have to hack away your own tree branches for fuel. Don't be without a simple but durable chopping device! For more than a year, I was torn between ordering this 14 inch hatchet and a mini survival hatchet. I ended up getting both of them. I can't tell you how much safer it feels to have a longer handle! The curved design allows me to hit my target more precisely. The extra length helps put more momentum behind my swing. The blade is thicker and the head feels far more secure. Best of all, I don't have to worry about the head popping off because the whole thing is forged in one piece. At $34, I feel it was worth every penny.
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A good survival knife is indispensable
Gaming sheers are great for cutting raw steak and cleaning fish
Heaven forbid you'll ever have to kill your own dinner, but if push comes to shove, you'll be lost without quality gaming tools. These titanium steel scissors will cut through bone and make easy work of cleaning squirrels, rabbits and fish. They're also great at cutting raw steak for fajitas! I was so impressed that I ended up buying three pairs, including one for each of our camp bags and one for the kitchen. I don't want to imagine an emergency survival scenario where I would be without a good pair of gaming sheers.
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This waterproof headlamp provides excellent night vision
To find the best head lamp, a research lab tested more than 100 models before subjecting the best 27 to a gauntlet of side-by-side tests. Each product was lab-tested and field-tested. Industrial light meters were used to measure brightness. An automated "light coffin" with a data-logging light meter was used to measure battery life. This head lamp was one of the three top performing lamps, second only to an insanely expensive model. At $36, I knew I couldn't pass this deal by.
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Some First Aid Supplies No Family Should Be Without
Kaolin clay stops bleeding fast, and it's cheap
The choice is yours. Spend $13 on a wound clotting sponge impregnated with kaolin clay or buy a whole pound of kaolin clay for $10. Simply store the clay in a clean salt shaker and sprinkle it onto the affected area after cleaning and drying your wound. Apply direct pressure with a cotton pad or clean cloth. Note: Kaolin clay is normally used for facials and body purification. It's valued by salons around the world for its ability to pull toxins from skin. Since the clay has a shelf life of three years, you can use your leftover supplies for facials.
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Activated charcoal can save you from food or chemical poisoning
Activated charcoal is routinely administered in hospitals for food poisoning, chemical poisoning and alcohol poisoning. When possible, choose charcoal derived from coconut shells versus hardwood. The absorption power is greater. Don’t use charcoal for benzo overdose. When in doubt, call U.S. Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 for guidelines. Dosages will vary according to an individual’s weight. I like to transfer my charcoal to small screw-top jars that can be stashed in first aid kits, backpacks and boating bags.
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Grapefruit seed extract is a powerful antibiotic for ear infections, yeast infections and antibiotic resistant UTI's
Grapefruit seed extract has long been prized as an emergency water purifying agent, but it's also commonly used to fight respiratory infections, ear infections and antibiotic resistant urinary tract infections. All over the world, GSE is used for killing salmonella, E.Coli, staph, strep, parasites, viruses and fungi (including Candida). Health enthusiasts use grapefruit seed extract as a daily supplement to kill disease causing microbes. Print this guide to learn how to use GSE for various ailments
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Trigger sprayers blast dirt away from wounds more effectively
When there's no access to running water to wash or rinse wounds properly, a powerful trigger sprayer will help blast dirt away from cuts and scrapes. I fill one bottle with witch hazel and one with distilled water for rinsing soap from wounds. I store these bottles with my shower supplies because they're too big for my first aid kit. I choose glass bottles over plastic because certain chemicals used in making plastic can leech into stored liquids, especially when summer temperatures soar.
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Strong fabric bandages won't fall off when you sweat
Traditional adhesive bandages don't stick very well in outdoor situations where constant sweating is a factor. You can buy a box of ten large super adhesive cloth bandages for about $6.00 at your local store, but I prefer to go online and get 50 super adhesive bandages for about $7.00. This ensures that I have plenty of supplies for our main first aid kit, our boating bag and both of our survival backpacks.
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High quality bandage rolls are cheap to buy online!
Don't be caught without bandage rolls for sever traumatic injuries! Bandage rolls are often overpriced at pharmacies, and you only get a few rolls per package. Don't miss this chance to grab 24 high quality rolls for $16.99. I paid $24 for this deal last year. Even at full price, it's a steal. I now have plenty of bandages for my first aid kit, my boating bag and both of my survival backpacks.
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If peroxide and Neosporin aren't available, coconut oil can be used for dressing wounds
Although antibiotic ointment should be your first choice for wound dressing, those tiny tubes run out quickly, and it's not always possible to get the the store. Coconut oil has long been demonstrated to kill bacteria, speed the healing of cuts, kill fungal rashes, treat yeast infections and cure athlete's foot. For yeast infections, coconut oil can be administered vaginally with a syringe.
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Duct tape can be used in place of medical tape, and it has many other first aid uses
In addition to closing wounds and holding bandages in place, duct tape has many emergency medical applications. Check out the following blog for inspiration:
Eight Genius First Aid Uses for Duct Tape: https://www.rd.com/health/conditions/duct-tape-first-aid/ |
A Kotex can be used in place of the Israeli Bandage to stop severe bleeding
No first aid kit is complete without ace bandages to support strains and sprains
Use splint material to immobilize or stabilize broken bones
A flexible ice pack is far superior to a rigid ice pack
Choose a good thermometer that's easy to read
A loaded pill box is a must. This one is designed to seal out moisture and contamination!
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