Pack a first-aid kit when travelling

[Naveed Yaseen]

You don’t want a minor injury or medical problem to derail your travel plans. So be sure to make room for a first-aid kit with some basic essentials, especially if you’re travelling internationally.

The University of Virginia Health System offers this list of items to take with you on your next trip:

* Over-the-counter pain relievers such as aspirin, ibuprofen or acetaminophen.

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* Antihistamine, motion sickness, cold and cough, and anti-diarrhoea medications.

* Bandages in different shapes and sizes, as well as gauze pads, tape and an elastic bandage.

* Tweezers, scissors and safety pins.

* Antibiotic ointment, hydrogen peroxide, hydrocortisone cream and bug spray.

* A pair of rubber gloves and a thermometer.

* A chemical cold pack for burns or sprains.

* A bottle of sunscreen.

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