Headlines around the world are screaming about the spread of the swine flu each day. Many people around the world are becoming increasingly frightened and are looking for information for how they can fight this disease.

The truth is that there is no reason to panic. Below we have compiled a comprehensive 5 step swine flu survival guide.....

#1) Wash Your Hands

This sounds very obvious, but you would be surprised how many people do not do it. Washing your hands is the number one tip that experts typically offer when asked to give tips on how to prevent the spread of disease.

The truth is that disease is spread by the hands almost more than by any other method. It is a very good idea to wash your hands several times a day - especially whenever you have returned from (Read more....)

Most Americans honestly do not know how to survive if they suddenly couldn't run down to Wal-Mart and fill up their shopping carts. The truth is that we live during times when a disaster or an emergency could strike at any time.  It is important to be prepared, and nobody is going to prepare for you.

The following is a list of 11 key items that you will want to make sure that you and your family have in case you are faced with an emergency situation.....

#1) Storable Food

Most Americans cannot conceive of a world where you can't just run out to McDonald's or to the supermarket and get all the food you want. (Read more....)

In parts one and two of this series we talked about food and water, but in part three we will discuss how you can prepare your home for emergency or disaster.

Below we have compiled a list of items that you will want to have in your home in case disaster or emergency strikes.  It is not a comprehensive list, but if you will follow this checklist, it will give you a huge head start in getting prepared for an emergency.

In parts one and two of this series we talked about food and water, but in part three we will discuss how you can prepare your home for emergency or disaster.

Below we have compiled a list of items that you will want to have in your home in case disaster or emergency strikes.  It is not a comprehensive list, but if you will follow this checklist, it will give you a huge head start in getting prepared for an emergency.

One of the keys to surviving any disaster or emergency situation is to ensure that you and your loved ones have an adequate supply of clean drinking water.  It is said that the average person needs at least a gallon of clean water per day.  The truth is that we all need water not only for drinking but also for food preparation and sanitation.

One of the keys to surviving any disaster or emergency situation is to ensure that you and your loved ones have an adequate supply of clean drinking water.  It is said that the average person needs at least a gallon of clean water per day.  The truth is that we all need water not only for drinking but also for food preparation and sanitation.

Many of us have the tendency to think that we will never face a really serious disaster or emergency.  But those who have been through a difficult ordeal know that it is those who are prepared that have the best chance to survive a crisis.

This article is the first part in a three part series on how you and your family can be prepared if disaster or emergency strikes.

It is not difficult.  In fact, it can be easier than you think.

In this guide, we break the preparation process down into 4 checklists. Begin with step 1, and work your way through step 4.

Step 1 - Build an emergency pantry that can provide you and your family with food (Read more....)

More than ever before, people are considering alternative energy solutions for their homes.  There are many reasons for this.  Some people are tired of the constantly increasing cost of electrical power.  Others want to do something positive for the environment. 

Whatever the reason is, alternative energy is here to stay, and this article will examine some of the pros and cons for some of the most common alternative energy solutions out there today.

Wind Energy

Wind appeals to a lot of people because it is a very clean source of energy.  There are no harmful emissions, so it is one of the most environmentally friendly sources of (Read more....)

Extreme cold weather can be one of the most intimidating challenges that anyone can face.  If you are caught out in extreme heat you are likely to survive at least for a while as long as you have water.  However, if you are caught in extreme cold you can die quite quickly if you are not prepared and you don't have the proper equipment. 

The following four principles will serve you very well if you find yourself trying to survive in a very cold situation.....

(Read more....)

There are few natural disasters that can be as frightening as a hurricane.  After the catastrophic damage that Hurricane Katrina caused, none of us has an excuse for being lazy in our preparations.

Preparing for a hurricane can literally mean the difference between life and death.  The following are some simple guidelines that you can use to help get yourself prepared for a hurricane.....

If you live in a hurricane prone area, begin to prepare for a storm even before hurricane season starts.  Trying to get prepared once you hear a storm is coming can be difficult and can lead to mistakes.

Prepare an (Read more....)

In a time of economic uncertainty and rising food prices, it it always a good idea to have a garden to provide extra food for you and your family.  Besides providing a source of food in an emergency, a garden is also a great source of wonderful vegetables which are MUCH healthier to eat than most of the food you can get at the supermarket.

So how do you begin?  The following are 9 steps that you can take to get your garden started.....

#1) Decide What Your Goals Are - Do you want to grow enough just to add a few vegetables to your dinner once in a while?  Do you want it to be able to provide enough food for your family if there is a major emergency?

Some people who want to live "off the grid" end up (Read more....)