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First Aid Kit
You should have at least two first aid kits -- one for your home and one for each car you drive. These should be stored in a watertight container.
A basic first aid kit should include:
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Sterile adhesive bandages
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3-inch sterile gauze pads (8-12)
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Triangular bandages (3)
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2-inch sterile roller bandages (3 rolls)
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Needle
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Bar of soap or bottle of liquid antibacterial soap
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Moist towelettes (8-10 packages)
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2-inch sterile gauze pads (8-12)
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Adhesive tape
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Scissors
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Tweezers
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Safety razor blade
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Thermometer
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Tongue depressors
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Petroleum jelly
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Safety pins
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Non-Latex gloves
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Non-prescription pain relievers
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Anti-diarrhea medication
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Antacids
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Laxatives
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Rubbing alcohol
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Sunscreen
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Antiseptic spray
In addition to a basic First Aid Kit, you should also have an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and know how to use it.