Assembling a Medical Kit

Keeping basic first aid essentials nearby in case of an accident is a great way to stay prepared. If you have a small cut or rash, then you can quickly take care of the issue without making a trip to the pharmacy. There are a few items that you will want to be sure to keep in your kit. Here are some ideas for putting together essential medical supplies.

Basic Wound Care
You should keep some items that you will need if you cut yourself. Landscaping projects, cooking and other common tasks can occasionally lead to scrapes and bruises. Keep some gauze, bandages and antibiotic ointment in your home. These items will help you take care of small scrapes or cuts. You can also keep some adhesive medical tape in your kit in case you need it.

Allergy Medication
Allergy and sinus problems tend to sneak up on a lot of people, which means you will be glad to have these items on hand when issues occur. Try to keep some basic allergy and sinus medication in your medical kit. When you feel symptoms begin, then you can make a quick phone call to your primary care physician for advice. Most minor issues can likely be resolved with these basic medications. You should also keep an allergy relief cream in your kit for any allergic skin reactions that occur, such as small rashes. You may also want to keep a quick fix for cold sores in your kit with the rest of your essentials.

Headache Relief
You will also want to keep a low dose pain reliever in your medical kit. Headaches and other minor pains are rather common, and it is best to be prepared for these problems when they arise. You will not want to have to make a trip for medicine when you are experiencing a headache. Consult with your doctor to find out which option is best for you, and then stock your kit accordingly.

Having these essential items on hand in case of an accident or illness will be a great benefit. Be sure to check your kit routinely for expired items and replace them as needed.

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Aggie Aviso

Aggie Aviso describes herself as her family’s storyteller and memory keeper. A mom to two kids ages 14 and 8, she is certainly past the age of sleepless nights and adorable pigtails. However, motherhood stays exciting, more meaningful and yes, more challenging. She takes it all in stride, knowing fully well that moments pass by in a blink of an eye. As Gretchen Rubin famously said, “The days are long, but the years are short.” She has discovered how wonderful it is to have those fleeting moments in time documented in their family books and has made it her personal mission and passion to be able to tell their stories for her future grandkids. You can read more about her here.. Subscribe to blog updates and the occasional letter here.

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