Instant cold packs are a fast and convenient product for quick ice therapy for bruises, strains and sprains.  This sports trainer staple has until recently,    contained "AN".  "AN", (Ammonium Nitrate) sadly has been used for terrorist activity. " AN" is a potential component in bomb making and explosives.
Canada, along with the US and European Union, UK, Australia and others have put considerable licensing and inventory controls on "AN" and it's distribution.
First Aid Zone is pleased to announce that all instant cold packs we sell, no longer contain Ammonium Nitrate. Our supplier has developed an alternative chemical formula that is safe. Rapid Aid, our supplier and the largest contract manufacturer of cold pack in Canada has now substituted "CAN" (calcium ammonium nitrate), a safe and stable product that has no dangerous alternative uses.  When purchasing ice packs, be sure to check the contents!

The stethoscope is the most easily recognizable of all the tools of a medical doctor. When people think of a doctor, they automatically imagine an individual with a stethoscope around his or her neck. As a doctor, it is not just a device that you use to listen to the internal sounds of your patient's body; it is in fact an extension of your personality.

A high quality stethoscope like the 3M Littman stethoscope doesn't just tell people that you are a doctor - it can also reveal something about your personality. Not only can you choose from a wide range of bright colours for your stethoscope, but you can also personalize it with laser engraving. Continue reading →

Trainer's tape plays an essential role in safety and treatment in sports related injuries. It provides support to the elbow joint, wrist joint, knee joint and ankle joint. It is used to prevent and treat injuries during sports and is very popular with athletes. It is very effective in preventing and treating muscle pulls and sprains.

The tape is usually made of cotton fabric coated and is with an adhesive that contains zinc oxide. The reason zinc oxide is used is because it helps reduce or eliminate irritation. Other materials are also used to make the tapes.

This entry was posted in First Aid supplies on March 11, 2013 by Allen.

Accidents and injuries can happen without warning and often in the most unexpected places and circumstances. Without proper and timely medical attention, even a minor injury can have serious consequences. Whether at home, in the workplace or outdoors, a well-stocked first aid kit is essential for handling any emergency.

You can buy a readymade first aid kit or make your own. It's easy to assemble your own first aid kid. First, get a plastic container that is roomy, lightweight, sturdy, easy-to-open and easy-to-carry. Stick a first aid sticker on its outer surface to identify its contents. Fill it with first aid supplies like adhesive tapes and bandages, elastic bandages, anti-septic wipes, tweezers, scissors, a thermometer, antibiotic ointment, painkillers and other medicines.

Once your first aid kit is ready, you can take it with you anywhere. However, it is not always practical to carry the box around. Therefore, it may be more practical to have one in each place you deem to be important. Here are 7 places where you should keep a first aid kit: Continue reading →