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Whiskey and Wounds is the official blog of Goat-Trail Austere Medical Solutions (GAMS), dedicated to reshaping the way we think about tactical medicine, active shooter response, and public safety integration. Here, we challenge outdated protocols, highlight field-proven frameworks like Chaos, Stabilization, Recovery (CSR), and provide real-world insights for law enforcement, EMS, fire, and emergency management professionals. Whether you're on the front lines or behind the scenes, this blog delivers actionable strategies, training philosophy, and hard-won lessons to prepare you for the realities of today’s high-threat environments.

Misunderstanding the Difference: How Confusion Between IFAKs and Trauma Kits Endangers Lives

Misunderstanding the Difference: How Confusion Between IFAKs and Trauma Kits Endangers LivesBy: Rory Hill Published on: 01/01/2026

Examines how confusing IFAKs with trauma kits creates preventable delays and risks in prehospital care and tactical response.

Active Shooter ResponseTactical EMS Integration
Misunderstanding the Difference: How Confusion Between IFAKs and Trauma Kits Endangers Lives