Everyone should keep a first aid kit in their homes, cars and even travel with one. You never know what type of situation could arise. Getting the right supplies for a first aid kit is necessary. Though you might know that you need to have first aid supplies at home, you might not know which supplies you need to have on hand.

These basic first aid supplies are a must to carry in your car, have immediately on hand at home or the office.

• A variety of bandages, antiseptic wipes and creams, as well as wrap bandages for cuts and scrapes
• A tube or jar of burn ointment as well as cortisone treatments for burns and insect bites
• Reusable or breakable ice packs and splint for sprains and possible broken bones
• A thermometer to check for fever
• Sugary candy for low blood sugar
• Anti diarrhea medication