Category: Outdoor & Sports
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What Should Be Included in a Professional Sports First Aid Kit?
This has become a ritual for you– another Wednesday night ending in somebody limping off of the adult-league soccer field. Last week, your center mid-fielder was cleated straight into their knee cap. There was a bit of blood. Tonight, your left-back’s wrist was bent in an unnatural position. Splinting was an obvious next step. Even if you aren’t as accident-prone…
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First Aid for Skiing
Snow is beginning to fall and the mountains are ready for the winter skiing season. Skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports are favorite pastimes for many, but when you think of all that could go wrong while you’re on the slopes, it’s important to be prepared. Whether it’s a broken bone or a laceration, there’s…
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Helmet Safety Tips for Kids: They’re Not Just for Biking
School is back in session, and as children return to their daily schedules in the classroom, when they return home the main thing on their mind is play time. Whether it’s biking, skateboarding, or rollerblading, we love it when our kids want to be outside, away from screens, and active. While homework can wait until…
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How to Build A First Aid Kit For Backpacking and Hiking
Hiking can be quite the exciting adventure, whether its a short day hike or a month in the Appalachians. The thought of all that can go wrong isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you’re immersed in nature and making your way along the scenic route, but when a medical emergency happens,…