Some people are more accident-prone than others, but none of us are immune to cuts, burns, and other injuries. Whether you’re at home in your workshop or hiking in the backcountry, a ready-made first ...

At any moment, you or someone around you could experience an injury or illness. Using basic first aid, you may be able to stop a minor mishap from getting worse. In the case of a serious medical ...

Almost everyone will need to use a first aid kit at some time. Make time to prepare home and travel kits for your family’s safety. First aid kits may be basic or comprehensive. What you need depends ...

Every home needs a dedicated first aid kit, even if it’s only used to organize the supplies scattered in medicine cabinets, drawers and cupboards, making it much easier to grab them in a stressful ...

Stash a portable kit in your diaper bag or car so that you have what you need at all times. It's easy to worry — a lot — when your baby gets a fever or cut, especially if you're a first-time mom or ...

When you’re expecting, it sometimes seems like you’re creating a never-ending list of items to buy for your new bundle of joy. In addition to the basics, you’re probably being told by friends and ...

Cuts, twisted ankles, and … much worse happens. Part of being an outdoors person is being prepared for the worst, and being able to tackle minor problems before they turn into big ones. On top of ...

Jessica is a former writer and editor at Forbes Health with over a decade of experience in both lifestyle and clinical health topics. Before Forbes Health, Jessica was an editor for Healthline Media, ...