Health

Medicine & first aid

A simple home medical kit and important medicines should be prepared in good time.

Why medical preparation is important

During a longer power cut, medical practices, pharmacies, emergency call systems, refrigeration and transport may be restricted. Access to medication may also become more difficult.

Simple medical preparation helps treat minor injuries and ensure that important personal medicines are available in good time.

Check home medical supplies

Regularly check dressing materials, disinfectant, painkillers, fever medication and simple remedies for stomach and bowel complaints.

Personal medication

If you regularly need medication, plan an adequate supply in good time and pay attention to expiry dates and storage conditions.

Medication requiring refrigeration

Medication that must be kept cool requires special planning. Clarify in advance how long it can be kept without refrigeration and what alternatives are possible.

Keep information within reach

Also write down important diagnoses, medication, dosages, allergies, blood group and contact persons on paper.

Simple medicine and first aid checklist

  • Dressing materials and plasters
  • Disinfectant and disposable gloves
  • Painkillers and fever medication
  • Remedies for diarrhoea, nausea or stomach complaints
  • Personal medication for several days
  • List of medication, dosages and allergies
  • Thermometer
  • Important phone numbers and emergency contacts

Important notice

This information does not replace medical advice. Clarify personal medication, chronic illnesses and special health risks with medical professionals.