First Aid Kit To Go

An "emergency" is a general term describing any situation in which immediate care is required. Emergencies do not happen on schedule. To be prepared for an emergency, at home and away, make sure your first aid kit includes the following:

• For cuts - adhesive or gauze wrappings or pads in several sizes, bandages or surgical tape. An antiseptic solution (such as hydrogen peroxide) to clean wounds and an antiseptic cream to prevent infection.

• For burns - cold packs, burn spray and antiseptic cream (such as bacitracin).

• For aches and pains or fever - asprin or acetaminophen.

• For insect bites and stings - hydrocortisone cream, if a member of your family reacts to bee or other insect stings have a kit containing ephephrine (adrenaline) readily available.

• For ingestion of poison - syrup of ipecac to induce vomiting.

• For general care - soap, tweezers, sharp scissors, cotton tipped swabs, tissues, thermometer, first aid manuals and reserve supplies of medication your family members may need.

Supplies should be stored in a plastic, water-resistant tub or chest available at discount stores. Make sure the words "First Aid Kit" appear clearly on the container.

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