As of: March 26, 2024, 9:00 a.m
By: Marco Blanco Ucles
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If you get sick or get injured on vacation, you can be lucky if you have a first-aid kit in your suitcase.
Five things should definitely be included.
Your immune system doesn't care whether you're on vacation or not - you can also get sick while relaxing by the sea.
If this is the case, you can be glad that you thought about a first-aid kit when packing.
Because it is often not that easy to get the right medication, especially abroad.
That's why, according to the NDR,
you should
definitely have five things with you in your luggage:
Having a first aid kit with you on vacation can be extremely helpful.
Some medications must necessarily be included in it.
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1. Plasters and bandages
Especially if you don't just lie on the beach all day on vacation, but also do sports, you should definitely pack plasters and bandages.
This means that smaller injuries – such as a scraped arm, for example – can be treated quickly and easily and the wounds can heal well.
2. Disinfectant spray
You should always have disinfectants at your disposal to protect against infection, and not just during the corona pandemic.
No matter what the injury is, the disinfectant ensures that the wound is cleaned and does not become infected, which can be extremely dangerous.
Of course, you can also use it to clean your hands on long journeys.
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3. Sunscreen & After Sun
It is a misconception that only people with lighter skin types should cover themselves with sunscreen.
There is also a risk of skin cancer in people with darker skin types.
Your credo should be that it is better to apply cream too often than too little.
If you forget and get sunburned, it is advisable to smear a cooling ointment - for example After Sun - on the affected areas.
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4. Mosquito repellent
Almost everyone has had to deal with mosquitoes or other types of mosquitoes during their summer vacation.
That's why it makes sense to stock up on mosquito repellent before your vacation.
In addition to the itchy rashes, you can also minimize the risk of disease transmission by mosquitoes.
5. Anti-diarrhea remedy
Especially when traveling long distances, your stomach may not react well to the local water or the cuisine at your holiday destination.
That's why many people struggle with stomach problems and diarrhea while on vacation.
Therefore, anti-diarrheals should also be part of your first aid kit.
These can be electrolyte powders or medications with the active ingredient loperamide, recommends the
AOK
.