First Aid Checklist

The items listed on the following pages are suggestions only. Discuss the list with your health care professional or pharmacist. Please note that the names of drugs and supplies are for identification only and are not meant to be an endorsement.

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First Aid items: Absorbent cotton Absorbent gauze Tape - hypoallergenic, waterproof Alcohol swabs Antiseptic (also see skin care below) Band-aids, butterfly closures, steri-strips Burn ointment, dressings Cotton swabs Disinfectant Insect sting emergency allergy kit (prescription may be required) Moleskin for foot blisters Safety pins, Swiss army knife (or scissors and tweezers) Tensor bandage, triangular bandage/sling/splint Blanket Hot/cold packs Tongue depressor Flashlight Latex gloves First aid booklet Candles Eye patch

Medications: Antacid Antihistamines Anti nausea/anti-motion sickness Anti-malarials Cough medicine Decongestant Laxative Skin care (topical antibiotics, antiseptic solution, creams to relieve itching, anti-fungal cream/powder) Throat lozenges Other (as advised by physician) Medications for: Altitude sickness Diarrhea Earache Ear infection Eye infection Fever/Pain Toothache Other (as advised by physician)

Additional items also worth considering: Bottle (one liter, plastic) for preparing purified water or preparing oral rehydration solution Contraceptives, including latex condoms Dental floss Disposable gloves in case you need treatment (i.e. dental), or to assist a bleeding victim after an accident Disposable syringes and needles (6 x 3 mL and 4 x 5 mL syringes with 22 or 23 gauge needles [25 gauge for small children], with a physician's accompanying letter) Insect repellent (with DEET); AFTER BITE (to minimize itching) Lancets (small, sharp-pointed device), if needed, to prick a finger to check the blood for malaria parasites Oral thermometer (rectal thermometer for infants and small children) Prepackaged moist towelettes or antiseptic hand gel/soap for cleaning hands when no water is available Prescription medication you or family members are taking Adequate supply of sunscreen (with SPF>15), lip balm Vaseline petroleum jelly Water purification methods Shampoo for treatment of lice and scabies

Extra items for children: Children's strength medication for fever and pain, nausea, infections, colds, and coughs Diaper rash creams Ipecac syrup to induce vomiting in oral poisoning Teething gel, if needed Vitamins with fluoride, if necessary Worm medication

Extra items for women: Feminine hygiene products Medication for menstrual cramps Medication for urinary tract and vaginal infections, especially if they are a recurring problem

   

This checklist is not all inclusive. Travel Smart! Consult your local Travel Clinic for advice on immunizations and travel health. For additional information please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention web site at www.cdc.gov/travel

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