Archive for the ‘First Aid Kits’ Category

Best First Aid Kits for Home, Office and Car

Help!  I’m hurt!  Injuries can happen in a split second. Do you have a first aid kit handy?  Everyone should have one at home and in the car, at least, and also at work, school, church or wherever you or your kids spend time.  Be responsible. Make sure you have well-stocked first aid kits in easy-to-locate places.  There are [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on September 27th, 2010 at 5:52 pm
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Posted in Emergency Preparation, First Aid Kits, Medical Supplies Buyers Guides, Personal Protection, Transportation Comfort & Safety, Travel Aids, Wound Care

Step-by-Step First Aid for Cuts

How do you know when a cut, puncture or scrape needs advanced medical assistance? Although minor injuries rarely require a trip to the emergency room, assessing the danger and reacting appropriately can save wounds from infection or other complications. Step-by-Step First Aid for Cuts  Tips for Simple Wound Care summarized from Mayo Clinic Guidelines 1.  Stop the bleeding.  Apply gentle pressure with a [...]

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Posted by Valerie Paxton on September 27th, 2010 at 5:45 pm
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Posted in Emergency Preparation, First Aid Kits, Infection Control, Personal Care