Frigid Embalming Journal
Taking small steps toward a better embalming future



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The Impact of Summer Heat on Decedent Care
Summer is here and so are seasonal decedent care concerns. While there can be a myriad of season-related issues, we are going to focus on how the increase in temperature...
The Impact of Summer Heat on Decedent Care
Summer is here and so are seasonal decedent care concerns. While there can be a myriad of season-related issues, we are going to focus on how the increase in temperature...

Antiseptic Velva Cream: Stopping Mold Growth on...
Mold is an increasing problem in funeral homes and specifically decedent care today. The pre- and post-embalming holding times of deceased have increased. Typically, decedents are held in refrigeration in...
Antiseptic Velva Cream: Stopping Mold Growth on...
Mold is an increasing problem in funeral homes and specifically decedent care today. The pre- and post-embalming holding times of deceased have increased. Typically, decedents are held in refrigeration in...

A Sure Mix in the Tool Kit
I will celebrate 30 years in the funeral industry! My career over the years has been varied, but the bulk of my experience was and continues to be focused on...
A Sure Mix in the Tool Kit
I will celebrate 30 years in the funeral industry! My career over the years has been varied, but the bulk of my experience was and continues to be focused on...

Anasarca/Generalize Edema
Embalming is the process of preserving a deceased person's body to provide emotional support for the family of the deceased. Embalming can present several hurdles, among them the following.
Anasarca/Generalize Edema
Embalming is the process of preserving a deceased person's body to provide emotional support for the family of the deceased. Embalming can present several hurdles, among them the following.

The Case of the Maggot-Infested Body
Embalming can have many challenges, but your tools should not be one of them.
The Case of the Maggot-Infested Body
Embalming can have many challenges, but your tools should not be one of them.

Treating Decubitus Ulcers: A Guide for Embalmers
Every embalmer knows that decubitus ulcers can be common these days. Decubitus ulcers, also known as pressure sores, are areas of damaged skin and underlying tissues that develop when there...
Treating Decubitus Ulcers: A Guide for Embalmers
Every embalmer knows that decubitus ulcers can be common these days. Decubitus ulcers, also known as pressure sores, are areas of damaged skin and underlying tissues that develop when there...