Hey y'all! Now that I've graduated college, I thought I would update my "College Confidential" series with the perspective of someone who's graduated. I'm going to have these posts divided out in categories and cover everything from important documents to dorm/apartment decor! Recently, we are dealing with the reality of COVID-19 and how that will affect us all as we move on to college, grad school, or adult life. Within my circle of friends, many of them are still expected to attend college in person with certain restrictions. Keeping the situation of the virus in mind, I will try my best to include tips for that.
Post #2: What to Pack in Your First Aid Kit
Being independent, means knowing what medications to take when you're sick. If you're away from home, you can't always rely o your parents for every sniffle. Here's what I suggest you have packed in your First Aid Kit for when the sniffles and anything else comes 'round.
Masks -> Try having 7 reusable/washable masks at your disposal. This is the new normal, and here's a video for how to make masks out of old shirts. Here's a link to disposable masks since those are also a necessity for school (there are some new studies out saying that disposable are better than the cloths masks but i just think it's safe to have both)
Gloves
Hand Sanitizer -> I suggest having a travel size in your bag and a big one in your room
Heating Pad -> great for cramps!
Allergy Medication like Allegra
Bandaids (different sizes)
Bandage Wrap for sprains
Neosporin
Antiseptic Wipes/Rubbing Alcohol
Insect Repellant
Cough Drops
Calamine Lotion
Ice Pack
Hydrocortisone
Vitamins
Pads, Tampons, etc.
That's it for now, the next post will be on tech accessories and study essentials to bring to college!
Peace and Love,
Srini
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