Luck is where preparation meets opportunity. Want to be lucky in the outdoors? Bring a first aid kit. A first aid kit sits in a unique position in the world of outdoor gear: it’s incredibly useful and ...

From cuts and scrapes to bumps and burns, life happens—and sometimes those boo-boo kisses require the help of a first-aid kit to make them better. The best kit for your family will depend on your ...

SHOT Show 2026 featured the full spectrum of medical and first-aid gear—everything from minimalist “just the essentials” kits to highly specialized setups for professional users. My Medic stood out ...

When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more First aid kits provide your first defense against injuries ranging from minor cuts in your daily life to ...

If you're spending time overlanding and off the grid, a first aid kit can suddenly become much more important. Sure, the chances of an injury are low, but when one happens and you're hours or days ...

If you become injured or sick while hiking, your first aid kit’s only job is to get you out of the backcountry safely. You need to be comfortable enough to finish your trip, or capable of getting to a ...

First aid means just that, the first aid. Your crew members are the first responders to an incident and they must have the training and supplies to handle minor injuries that can be managed on-site to ...

As we approach the summer, many people are planning for or preparing to take vacations. Whether traveling by car, train, plane or boat, unexpected accidents can happen, especially if you have children ...

All manner of sexy gear gets bolted to overlanding rigs these days, but in an emergency, a good first aid kit can matter more than hi-lift jacks, recovery boards, and plastic jerry cans. After all, ...

From half-used gauze rolls to expired antibiotic ointments, most American first aid kits have one thing in common: They’re woefully out of date. These kits are meant to be our go-to solution for minor ...

Here’s the thing about emergencies: You never know when they’re going to happen until they do. But they inevitably will happen. So make sure you’re prepared for any situation—anywhere—with ...