Travel First Aid

Written By Marylee Dilling

As you prepare for summer adventures—alongside the sunscreen and a good book or two—don’t forget to bring along a well-stocked travel first aid kit.

You can buy one ready-made, but I recommend adding a few important items. And if you already have a kit, now’s a great time to check for expired meds or supplies.

Trusty Travel First Aid Kit

My Travel First Aid Kit Essentials:
(A reasonable version—not my full physician/Cub Scout/food allergy Mom setup! 😉)

  • Hand sanitizer

  • Nitrile gloves

  • Tourniquet

  • Hemostatic gauze

  • Alcohol wipes

  • Bacitracin

  • Vaseline

  • Hydrocortisone ointment

  • Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

  • Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil)

  • Cetirizine (Zyrtec)

  • Loperamide (Imodium)

  • Prescription medications (at least 4 extra days)

  • Trauma shears

  • Tweezers

  • Safety pins

  • Sterile gauze

  • Gauze roll

  • Paper tape

  • Bandaids (all sizes)

  • Butterfly bandages

  • ACE compression wrap

  • Triangle bandage

  • Instant cold pack

  • Refillable water bottle

  • Electrolyte/sugar powder (e.g., Gatorade, Liquid IV)

💛 Wherever summer takes you, I wish you joy-filled, device-free, and safe travels.

What is the value of having a primary care doctor who knows you and knows the city, can care for your whole family, and is available when you need her? Please contact me to find out.

Marylee Dilling
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