Having enough or the right supplies can make the difference. Be prepared and take a first-aid class with your local Fire Department or Red Cross.
Homefront Emergency recommends a well-stocked first-aid or Trauma kit kept within easy reach for every home, office, school, auto and work and play enviornments.
Emergency and Disaster preparedness should always include the appropriate first-aid and trauma supplies. Having supplies gathered ahead of time can help you handle an emergency at a moment's notice.
Also, you should keep a first-aid kit in your home and one in each car.
Be sure to bring a first-aid kit on family vacations. Store first-aid kits in places that are out of children's reach but easily accessible for adults.
Check the kits regularly.
Replace missing items or medicines that may have expired is important.