Tampons, of course, have their place in the world. They serve a very important purpose for those who need them, and they serve this purpose very well.

Of course, survivalists wouldn't be survivalists if they didn't find some more uses for this bathroom necessity. As it turns out, what makes tampons so spectacular at their intended purpose also makes them spectacular at other purposes, as well.

From starting fires to stemming flesh wounds, keeping tampons in your bug out bag or first aid kit may be one of the best additions you can make.

Even if you don't have it in your survival kit, half of the population may have this resource on hand anyways, and the other half can look to their female companions for aid in the event of an emergency.

Check out some of the great ways you can make use of tampons for survival on the next page.

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