FIRST AID – Supporting pharmacy throughout the Tees Valley

FIRST AID

Your local pharmacy team can support you and your family by ensuring that any minor ailments can be treat at home, they can direct you on what to keep in your first aid kit.

You can speak to your pharmacist who can provide you with an over the counter medicine, advise and guidance.

It’s important to have a well-stocked first aid kit in your home so you can deal with minor accidents and injuries.

Your first aid kit should be locked and kept in a cool, dry place out of the reach of children.

It may also be useful to keep a basic first aid manual or instruction booklet with your first aid kit.

Medicines should be checked regularly to make sure they’re within their use-by dates.

Many people also keep a small first aid kit in their car for emergencies.

What should I keep in my first aid kit?

The basic first aid kit can include;

Plasters/Bandages - a variety
Creams- antiseptic, bites & stings, antihistmaine
Medication - pain relief, antihistamine, Indigestion/heartburn and cough & cold remedies

What about when I am travelling abroad?

There is much to prepare when travelling abroad especially if you are taking medications, Please ensure you have ordered enough mediation to cover your time out of the country

Medication
Sun safety
Vaccinations

What about a staycation?

Taking a holiday in the UK has become more popular during the pandemic. We still need to keep safe and enjoy our vacation!

Sun safety
Basic first aid kit