Joel starts the game with five health bars. You can increase his maximum health by collecting Skill Pills and purchasing the 'Maximum Health' skill.
If you're injured there are several ways to patch yourself up. Health Kits can be crafted (by combining a rag + alcohol); Health Cans and Bars can be found in various places but cannot be placed in your inventory - you'll have to use them right away.
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| HEALING ITEM: | HEALS: | HOW TO GET: |
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| Health Kit | 3 bars | Found; Crafted: Rag + Alcohol |
| Health Can | 1 bar | Found |
| Health Bar |1/2 bar | Found |
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