What To Pack In A First-Aid Kit For Summer Adventures

Adhesive bandages

in a variety of shapes and sizes, $5, well.ca

Tensor bandage

$8, well.ca

Topical antiseptic cream like Betadine

to protect minor cuts from becoming infected and sticking to bandages (make sure you clean the wound before applying), betadine.com

Gauze

$7, well.ca

Tape

$8, well.ca

Tweezers

for splinter and tick removal, $29, well.ca

Safety pins

for securing slings, $14, walmart.ca

Duct tape

to remove splinters, support a large splint, secure gauze, etc., $5, walmart.ca

Flashlight

double-check the batteries still work! $25, amazon.ca

Lighter

can sterilize instruments, $36, walmart.ca

Latex gloves

can be filled with water to make a cool pack, $8, walmart.ca

Saline solution

to flush out eye injuries and other wounds, $72, walmart.ca

Hydrocortisone

or calendula cream for itchy bites, $12, well.ca

Antihistamines

to counter allergic reactions, $18, well.ca

Painkillers

such as acetaminophen, $6, well.ca

Aspirin

can be life-saving for adults with chest pain, $6, well.ca

Swiss Army knife

$33, walmart.ca

First-aid manual

$17, amazon.ca