When it comes to any situation, being prepared in advance is always something we wish we could do retrospectively. Although you cannot prepare for every kind of accident and emergency as fully as you would like to, one thing you can do is ensure you have first aid supplies. Having a first aid kit is [...]

A first aid kit is an absolute must when you’re a family on vacation. The kind of medication that you’re used to might not be easily available at your destination. Your hotel might offer you emergency supplies, but beware that those hefty taxes will be applied to your emergency essentials as well. You don’t want [...]

Like humans, pets can become sick or injured at any time. Broken bones, cuts, poisoning and bite wounds are only some of the possible emergencies that your pet might encounter. According to pet doctors in urbane scrubs, first aid can greatly improve a pet’s condition and prognosis. For example, broken bones can sever ligaments [...]

You have arrived at the campground during summer and sent the children off to the playground while you set up camp. It’s during these premature moments at the campground that we tend to get excited and somewhat flat to those little mishaps, like scrapes and small cuts, while moving all the gear and setting up [...]

Kayaking is one of the most leisurely forms of surface water sports and can be enjoyed by enthusiasts of all ages. However, since it involves dealing with several external elements, paddlers must always be prepared to tackle any unforeseen circumstances like an injury or physical ailment. To tackle such situations having a well-equipped first aid [...]

Keeping a paltry box of band aids or a tube of cleaning solution in a drawer is simply not sufficient for handling an unexpected emergency. Surprisingly, many Australians don’t keep well stocked first aid kits in the home – and some very tragic results can occur.
First Aid Kits In The Home -
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When we talk about first aid kit the first thing that comes into our mind is the collection of supplies that are used to give emergency support. A first aid kit differs in its contents depending on the purpose of its use. The more advanced version of a first aid kit used by the emergency [...]

If you are not a doctor, nurse, or first aid attendant building a first aid kit for your home can seem a bit frightening but we are going to tell you exactly what you need to put in home first aid kit to make sure you are prepared to deal with your family’s first aid [...]

Here are a few of the herbs recommended in the kit and a few I suggest adding as well.Note: dosages below are for Tinctures / decoctions not for essential oils. Essential oils are MUCH more potent that Tinctures and decoctions. Always consult a doctor before using any course of treatment.
Lavender. Absolutely outstanding for burns. Stops [...]

Dog owners can treat minor injuries for their pets if they have the appropriate remedies, tools, and equipment available. The following items were included in a first aid kit that the Cincinnati Veterinary Medical Association gave to police dog handlers at a recent workshop. A home first aid kit needs many of the same items. [...]