Just as important as having a well-stocked pantry, it is also important to have a good first aid kit on hand. You can purchase a first aid kit that has already been put together or you can make one yourself.
Here is a list of the ten most important items to have in your first aid kit, according to the American Red Cross.
Adhesive bandages in a variety of sizes.
Sterile gauze pads in various sizes and cloth adhesive tape to secure them.
Latex-free disposable gloves, to protect you from bodily fluids or other matter (latex-free material prevents potential allergic reactions).
Tweezers
Thermometer (the digital variety is the safest)
Triple-antibiotic ointment (such as Neosporin)
Antiseptic wipes
First aid instructions
Topical antihistamines and aspirin (or some other over the counter pain reliever recommended by your doctor).
A face mask to protect you from germs or bodily fluids when administering CPR.
Do you have a first aid kit in your home? Do you have one in your car? Maybe now is the time to put one together.
Nancy on the Home Front 