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EmergencyMatters.com carries a selection of emergency preparedness products, survival & outdoor gear, and food storage necessities. Our goal is to make sure you've got what you need to make it through any situation. From an afternoon hike to an earthquake, we've got what you need.

What Should Be in a First-Aid Kit?

A good first aid kit can mean the difference between survival or death in a sticky situation. So what makes a good first aid kit? Well, here at Emergency Matters, we asked our team of survival enthusiasts and this is what they came up with.

A First-Aid Kit should include:
This is not meant to be an exhaustive list, but will be a great start for you.

Medication - prescription and over the counter (acetaminophen, ibuprofen)
Sunscreen
Chapstick
Super Glue
Insect Repellent
Gloves
Q-tips
Scissors
A blood clotting agent (like quick clot)
Emergency blanket
Lightstick
A waterproof pouch containing the following:
Bandages of various sizes
Moleskin
Neosporin
Gauze
Medical tape
Surgical pads
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