share personal health needs (such as diabetes, hypothyroidism, or chronic pain) with other group members for improved understanding and chance of individual and group survival Make sure at least one other group member has the knowledge to help some with any chronic problem Request a prescription for an inexpensive, strong steroid cream for non-facial use, such as betamethasone, which is very useful for itchy skin problems such as poison ivy, eczema, and contact dermatitis ED PREGNANCY and CHILDBIRTH Assess group and community need for current or future pregnancy and childbirth Acquire midwifery or obstetric books and/or videos for use by your group or possibly others Consider having group watch videos of childbirth Locate and become acquainted with midwife or physician in your area Week 11 ORG MAKE ARRANGEMENTS WITH HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS OUTSIDE YOUR GROUP Identify others you may need and who may need you Make tentative arrangements for contact and/or access should the need arise OTC MENTAL HEALTH Spiritual preparation; Bible, hymnbook, inspirational reading Acoustic musical instruments and/or DVD/MP3 player and power source Books, both fiction and non-fiction, including how-to books Games and other forms of entertainment Arrange group bonding activities to build trust before disaster strikes Make sure everyone has a meaningful purpose and contribution to your group Identify spiritual and/or emotional leader of your group Purchase St. John's Wort for potential depression Nyquil or Benadryl for sleep Caffeine or pseudoephedrine for needed wakefulness/alertness Meclizine for potential anxiety Rx BACTROBAN ANTIBIOTIC CREAM or OINTMENT Request a prescription for