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A minor cut while prepping dinner, a burn from hot coffee, a stubbed toe, a bee sting. Accidents can happen at any time, so having a well-stocked first aid kit at home is essential for peace of mind. In moments of injury or emergency, quick access to the right supplies can make all the difference.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Para leer en Espa\u00f1ol, por favor haga clic aqu\u00ed<\/a><\/p>\n \u201cA basic first aid kit will contain supplies for minor cuts, burns, and other common injuries,\u201d says <\/span>Jennifer Jarecki, DO<\/span><\/a>\u202f, an\u202femergency medicine physician at\u202f<\/span>Cooper University Health Care<\/span><\/a>\u202fand\u202fMedical Director of <\/span>Cooper Urgent Care<\/span><\/a>. \u201cIf you are injured, it is important to assess the situation and determine if you need to seek medical attention. If you are bleeding heavily or have a serious injury, call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room.”<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Whether you choose to purchase one or assemble your own, Cooper recommends the following items for a basic first aid kit.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cKeeping these items on hand and in one place will ensure you are prepared for a wide variety of mishaps,\u201d Dr. Jarecki says. \u201cIt\u2019s also a good idea to have some first aid items in your car for unexpected injuries on the go.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Extreme weather or power outages can happen any time of year, so it\u2019s a good idea to consider a more robust kit. This version should include prescription medications, a phone charger, emergency contact numbers, and other critical items.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Consider adding the following supplies to your kit to prepare for more serious emergencies, such as blizzards and hurricanes.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Over-the-counter medications help treat head and muscle aches, itching, inflammation, stomachaches, and more.\u00a0 To be ready for these minor ailments, keep your first-aid kit stocked with such medications as:\u200c<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cKeeping about a week\u2019s worth of your regular medications can help in an emergency when you don\u2019t have power or cannot get to your pharmacy for refills,\u201d Dr. Jarecki says. She also advises keeping a current list of medications and dosing instructions in your kit.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Store a supply of bottled water and foods that are easy to prepare without electricity in case of extended power outages.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Keeping up with local news and weather is essential when the power goes out, especially during a severe storm. \u201cYou could use your smartphone, but that would mean using precious battery power,\u201d Dr. Jarecki says. \u201cEven with a fully charged portable charger, it\u2019s possible to run out of power in extended blackouts.\u201d\u202fInclude a battery-powered or hand-crank AM\/FM radio in your kit to allow you to listen for updates, alerts, and more.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Having an LED flashlight and extra batteries on hand could be essential if power outages happen during the night or you need to enter a space that has no natural lighting. A few small battery-powered lanterns would allow you to have light in a few key locations around your house.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n You can use your cell phone to check the news and weather, contact friends and family, and get in touch with emergency services if needed. But it will be useless if the battery gets too low or dies. A fully charged portable phone charger can help keep your phone powered and ready to use. Just keep in mind the energy in the charger will run out at some point, too.\u202f<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Even though most of us keep all our contacts in our cell phones, a good, old-fashioned list on paper can be valuable if your phone battery dies. You might also want to add your physician, pediatrician, and poison control numbers.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n \u201cHaving a first-aid kit is a great idea, but you can\u2019t just forget about it,\u201d Dr. Jarecki says. \u201cIt\u2019s important to restock it once you use something and check it every six months to replace expired items.\u201d<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Being equipped with a well-stocked first aid kit is just one part of staying safe and healthy. At <\/span>Cooper Urgent Care Centers<\/span><\/a>, our team of experienced providers and expert board-certified Emergency Medicine physicians\u202fcan help with any medical concerns, from minor injuries to urgent health issues.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Visit your nearest Cooper Urgent Care Center in\u202f<\/span><\/b>Audubon<\/span><\/b><\/a>,\u202f<\/span><\/b>Cinnaminson<\/span><\/b><\/a>, and\u202f<\/span><\/b>Cherry Hill<\/span><\/b><\/a>.\u202fEach location offers convenient hours, including weekends and holidays.<\/span><\/b>\u202fClick here<\/span><\/b><\/a> to reserve a spot. Walk-ins are also welcome.<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/a> Un corte menor mientras preparaba la cena, una quemadura por caf\u00e9 caliente, un golpe en el dedo del pie, una picadura de abeja. Los accidentes pueden ocurrir en cualquier momento, por lo que tener un botiqu\u00edn de primeros auxilios bien abastecido en casa es fundamental para estar tranquilo. En momentos de lesi\u00f3n o emergencia, el acceso r\u00e1pido a los suministros adecuados puede marcar la diferencia.<\/p>\n \u201cUn botiqu\u00edn de primeros auxilios b\u00e1sico contendr\u00e1 suministros para cortes menores, quemaduras y otras lesiones comunes\u201d, dice Jennifer Jarecki, DO<\/span><\/a>, m\u00e9dica de emergencias en Cooper University Health Care<\/span><\/a> y directora m\u00e9dica de Cooper Urgent Care<\/span><\/a>. \u201cSi resulta herido, es importante evaluar la situaci\u00f3n y determinar si necesita buscar atenci\u00f3n m\u00e9dica. Si sangra mucho o tiene una lesi\u00f3n grave, llame al 911 o visite la sala de emergencias m\u00e1s cercana”.<\/p>\n Ya sea que elija comprar uno o armar el suyo propio, Cooper recomienda los siguientes elementos para un botiqu\u00edn b\u00e1sico de primeros auxilios.<\/p>\n\n
Prepare for More: Severe Weather and Power Outages<\/h3>\n
Over-the-Counter Medications<\/h3>\n
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Prescription Medication<\/h3>\n
Water and Non-Perishable Food Items<\/h3>\n
A Battery-Powered or Hand-Crank Radio<\/h3>\n
A Flashlight<\/h3>\n
A Phone Charger<\/h3>\n
Emergency Contacts<\/h3>\n
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