First Aid on the Go! 

Going on the road? Got a first aid kit? Three band-aids, some Kleenex and a leaky tube of ointment in a sandwich bag in your glove compartment is not going to help you if you're faced with a serious injury - or even a mild sunburn. Make sure that wherever you are, you have a well-equipped first aid kit nearby.

When deciding which products to put in your kit, think about where and how it will be used and by whom. A first aid kit for your home will be different that the one you want to have if you are camping out or on a boat. The number of people in your family and their ages should also be considered. A 2" elastic bandage is too small for a large man and a 4" one is too large for a small child. Be sure the contents of your first aid kit match your first aid knowledge.  St. John Ambulance is one place to find a list of items for a kit.

If you are interesting in disaster first aid training, consider signing up for NSEMO's popular and practical 5 hour course.  Our next course is scheduled for Saturday, October 3rd. Learn to use common household items (tea towels, garbage bags, scarves, old shirts, etc.) to supplement your first aid home supplies. Course fee is $20.

 

 
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    Take a Workshop 

    Awareness and preparation are key for coping with the unexpected. A great way to get prepared for any emergency or disaster is to take  one of our free workshops. This will start you and your family on the road to preparedness.

    The next workshops is on September 22nd 2009. If you register online, your name is automatically entered to win an emergency kit valued at $150.  Register now!

     
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    Emergency Preparedness Tips
    Protect yourself by keeping a flashlight by your bed along with a pair of sturdy shoes. Power outages almost always accompany major emergencies and with shoes to protect your feet and a flashlight to light your way, you will be able to navigate in the dark!