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Read about the different types of first aid supplies to keep in your kit and why you should choose the ones that work best for you.
Using the right type of dressing for a wound is important for preventing infection and can also improve the healing process. Whether you are treating your own wounds, providing first aid to someone else, or you are just keen to learn more about medical practices and wound care, this guide will help you. 1. Transparent …
Flu season is upon us once again, and you may be wondering about which thermometers are the most accurate and safest to use for children. This blog is to help you choose the best option. What Are The Different Types of Thermometers? Digital Oral Non-digital Oral Digital Ear Rectal Infrared Which Thermometer is The Most …
How Are Stitches and Staples Used? Stitches and staples have the same job: to close large or complex wounds or incisions that the body would not be able to on its own. Surgical Staples: a Brief Rundown Surgical staples are very similar to the staples you use for paper, but they have more variation in …
Pain is a very common affliction, with approximately 10% of the world’s population experiencing some form of chronic pain. Sometimes people decide to treat or require pain treatment without the use of medication, and the best way to do so is with hot and cold therapy. One of the ways to do this is with …
When shopping for first aid supplies, you have likely come across both gauze pads and gauze rolls. The two have different applications despite being made from the same material. Bandage vs Dressing The main difference between gauze rolls and pads are that rolls are bandages and pads are dressings. A bandage is a piece of …
