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5 Tips for A Personal First Aid Kit (Zero Waste) - Going Zero Waste

Last Updated on October 5, 2022
It’s important to keep a personal first aid kit handy in your home, workplace, and car to ensure you are prepared. Whether you get a minor burn or some motion sickness having a first aid kit bag on hand is a day saver!


You only need a few basic supplies to create a useful first aid kit box. For minor injuries, cuts, and minor burns, having a small first aid kit available allows you to act quickly. We will provide you some zero waste tips on storage and what to...

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