“Dig a well before you get thirsty.” –Author Unknown

Suggested Assignment: Update Tetanus and other immunizations. Update first aid kit.

Here is a link to an immunization locator: http://health.utah.gov/immu/apps/flu/index.php
(site works only certain times of the year)


72-Hour Kit Recommendations: Bandages: assorted adhesive bandages, butterfly bandages, gauze, 1st aid tape, triangular bandages(s), supplies: consecrated oil, 1st aid booklet, moleskin, tweezers, snake bite kit, tongue depressors, cotton balls, Q-tips, clear nail polish (for chiggers), hand warmers, ice pack, thermometer, safety pins, medicine spoon, and small scissors.


Food Item Suggestions: 1.25 lbs jams or preserves, 1.5 lbs. powdered fruit drink, .25 lbs flavored gelatin, .25 lbs corn syrup.

The week of August 18-24th, canning supplies are on sale at Maceys'. To learn about canning click on extension.usu.  If looking for inexpensive fruit to can, try bountifulbaskets.org. At whole sale price, you can buy about 30+ lbs. of fresh produce for $15. Also on the site you may occasionally order fruit by the case like 12 lbs of strawberries for $8, or 24 lbs of peaches for $11. In Utah, ordering starts on Mondays at 8:00pm and are usually all gone in the first 2 hours. For additional information read FAQ and New Participant Instructions.

                                       Picture of 1 bountiful basket

FIRST AID KIT

A tackle box with fold-out trays works well to store first aid items. Medicine boxes such as allergy medications can be flattened and stored (along with the medication) in sandwich sized zipper bags to save space. At least once/year you should go through your kit to replace expired medications. Smaller kits with travel-sized individual packages can be stored in a bag in your car for travel.

The following are suggested items for your first aid kit:

MEDICATIONS (Internal Use):
*Get child and adult strengths where needed
Aspirin (not for under 12 years)
Son-aspirin pain relievers*
Benadryl*
Cold, cough, & sinus medications*
Anti-diarrhea medication
Electrolyte packets
Laxatives*
Dramamine &/or Bonine
Oral analgesics* (gum & tooth pain)
Eye drops
Nose drops or spray
Throat lozenges (for pain)
Cough drops (smooth dry throat)
Ipecac syrup &/or activated charcoal (for poisoning)
Potassium Iodide* (optional-for nuclear disaster, use only when told)

TOPICAL MEDICATIONS (External):
Petroleum &/or KY jelly
antibiotic ointment
Hydro cortisone cream (1%)
Topical anesthetic spray
Burn cream or gel
Anti-itch spray, cream or lotion
Aloe Vera gel (minor sunburns)
Clear nail polish (for chiggers)
Poison Ivy, Oak & Sumac soap
Rubbing alcohol (or alcohol preps)
Small bottle hand sanitizer
Antiseptic cleanser &/or wipes
Sun block (SPF 15 or higher)
Lip Balm (with sun block preferred)
Earache drops

IMPLEMENTS AND TOOLS:
Small pair of scissors
Tweezers (both types)
Magnifying glass (small)
Travel sewing kit
Safety pins (assorted sizes)
Medicine dropper and spoon
Thermometer and protective sleeve covers
Mouth barrier devise (optional-for rescue breathing)
Tongue depressors
Finger splints (optional)
Razor blades (in a safe container)
Bulb Syringe

BANDAGES AND DRESSINGS:
First aid tape (2-3-assorted sizes and types)
Adhesive bandages-assorted sizes and types
Butterfly bandages &/or steri-strips
Assorted sizes sterile gauze pads
Ace bandages
Sterile gauze rolls (2-of different sizes)
Eye Patch-sterile, in package
Triangular bandage (a 36-40" square piece of muslin fabric cut in half diagonally makes two)

OTHER:
First Aid Manual
Consecrated oil
Latex gloves (2 pair)
Chemically activated heat pack
Chemically activated cold pack
Q-tips
Cotton balls or squares
Smelling salts (optional)
Mole skin (for blister prevention and blister)
snake bite kit (optional)

* Keep out of reach of small children. Store in adult kits only.