Preparing for back to school can be a daunting task for both college students moving back into their dorms and first-year students moving onto campus. While buying textbooks and new bedding is the first priority, we at e-FirstAidSupplies will provide you or your family members with the tools for a safe and healthy year. A first aid kit or a selection of first aid supplies are a great option for preventing and treating injuries and sickness. Our website has plenty of hand-picked first aid supplies and personal kits for every situation you need to treat in your dorm.
Here are some of the must-haves we think you should have in your dorm room:
Bandages and Triple Antibiotic Ointment
From papercuts to injuries sustained while trying to loft your bed, you’re more than likely to get a cut or two in your room. Proper cleaning, use of antibiotic ointment, and protection can prevent infection and speed up the healing process. Having the necessary tools to clean a wound is a vital step in first aid. A small, even painless cut can turn into a major issue if it is not cleaned properly. For more on how to care for cuts, check out our blog post here.
Our Personal Essentials First Aid Kit
This kit has a variety of bandages and gauze, wipes, antibiotic ointment packets, burn gel, and an ice pack. This compact kit fits easily in a desk or dresser drawer and keeps the supplies from being crushed. The only other thing you need is basic first aid knowledge for minor injuries. With that, this easy-to-restock kit can protect you (and your roommates) for the entire semester. We also have super convenient cloth first aid kits that will fit in your backpack.
Hot/Cold Compresses
Sitting in class all day can leave you with a sore back or neck. Using a hot or cold compress to relieve any aches and pains can help you stay focused and pain-free. Staying active between long sedentary periods is important for staying happy and healthy. Compresses are simple to use and easy to store. These should be a staple in any college dorm room.
Pre-wrap and Tape for First Aid
Pre-wrap and athletic tape aren’t just for athletes. Anyone can easily roll their ankle while walking around campus. It is especially possible if you are getting around campus on a bike or skateboard. Check out our blog on pre-wrap and athletic tape for a full rundown of their benefits and uses. Most commonly, pre-wrap and tape are used to secure bandages and support injured joints
Over The Counter Medicines
As a preliminary measure in the self-treatment of an ache, pain, or sickness, having OTC medicines on hand will help you treat that cold. Obviously, these are not substitutes for professional medical help. It’s good to know where Health Services is located on campus. However, in between the time that symptoms start and when you are able to meet with a professional, OTC medicines are very useful. Whether you need to cure a hangover or a cold, e-FirstAidSupplies has electrolyte replenishers and pain relievers at the ready.
