From half-used gauze rolls to expired antibiotic ointments, most American first aid kits have one thing in common: They’re woefully out of date. These kits are meant to be our go-to solution for minor ...

If you're spending time overlanding and off the grid, a first aid kit can suddenly become much more important. Sure, the chances of an injury are low, but when one happens and you're hours or days ...

It’s smart to be as ready as you can be for whatever life throws at you, especially when it comes to your family’s health.

A First Aid Kit That’s Designed For One-Handed Use Gabriele Meldaikyte color-coded the safety basics and made supplies easy to use when you’re actually wounded.

When my child injured herself, she didn't want to wear a Band-Aid — but I convinced her. Soon, she was using them on stuffed animals or herself for fun, even when she wasn't hurt. I gave her her own ...

Camping, hiking, training and everyday living all come with a small amount of risk—unless you’re living in a bubble or under a rock. And if you’re not living in a protected sphere or under a large ...

If you become injured or sick while hiking, your first aid kit’s only job is to get you out of the backcountry safely. You need to be comfortable enough to finish your trip, or capable of getting to a ...

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