Thanks, nw, excellent as usual.
Updated advice from FEMA:
Assemble and maintain a disaster supply kit with food, water, medications, fuel and personal items adequate
for up to 2 weeks - the more the better.
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It's a good idea to check your emergency medicine supplies periodically. Somehow our bandaid supply was pretty diminished and had to be replenished. Some of us began getting these supplies together well over a year ago if not longer. It doesn't hurt to re-examine the contents and make sure everything you'll need is included. I read that the common kitchen spice tumeric is great at stopping bleeding:
Snip: Sores/Wounds: Keep turmeric in your first aid kit! It acts quickly to help stop bleeding, plus because of its anti-bacterial quality, will help prevent infection. For cuts, pile on the turmeric, cover with gauze, and apply pressure to the area to stop the bleeding. Of course, serious wounds require immediate medical attention.
