Health Archives - Scouting magazine

Blisters can quickly turn an outdoor odyssey into a pity party. Follow these tips to keep your feet happy and healthy.

Get in the best shape of your life one month at a time.

Your toes are wet, cold and numb. Don’t ignore these symptoms; they’re the beginning of frostbite.

What if you were stranded in the desert without water? It’s a good idea to know how you might handle a dire dehydration situation.

Treat a backcountry burn with these first-aid methods, including knowing when the severity of a burn requires further attention and treatment.

Buzz off! These tips and tricks will help you repel that itty-bitty insect out for blood — the pesky mosquito.

Wilderness First Aid training helps leaders and older Scouts be prepared for serious emergencies in the backcountry.

Use these tips to prevent tick bites and, in the event you suffer a bite, avoid serious illnesses like Lyme disease.

Use this quiz to test your knowledge of purifying water in the wild.

Before you pack for your next trek, read this to determine the right water purification method in the wild.