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Why packing a First Aid Kit this summer could save a life
Why packing a First Aid Kit this summer could save a life
Summer in Aotearoa is all about sunshine, road trips, beach days, camping missions and long-awaited downtime with the people we love. But while we’re loading up the car with towels, chilly bins, lifejackets and snacks, there’s one small essential that often gets forgotten — a first aid kit.
It may not be the most exciting thing on your packing list, but it’s one of the most important. And according to ACC data, injuries over summer are more common than many of us realise.
Every year, ACC accepts more than two million injury claims, with a large portion occurring at home, outdoors or in the community — exactly where many of our summer adventures take place. Cuts, scrapes, stings, sprains, burns and slips are all part of the “Kiwi summer experience,” whether we like it or not. Even seemingly small injuries can escalate quickly if you’re far from help.
That’s why this year, we’re encouraging all New Zealanders to pack a first aid kit before heading away.
Why first aid kits matter
A first aid kit is often one of the smallest items you’ll take on holiday — but in the moment you need it, it becomes the most valuable. It can help:- Clean and cover cuts before they become infected
- Treat stings, bites and burns on the spot
- Support someone while waiting for medical attention
- Give peace of mind during outdoor activities
- Keep holiday mishaps from turning into holiday dramas
Whether you’re boating, camping, tramping, road-tripping or simply spending time at the bach, a well-stocked first aid kit helps you stay prepared for the unexpected.
At Capes Medical Supplies, we want to help more Kiwi families stay safe this summer. Our Capes Essentials First Aid Kit includes the basics you need to handle minor injuries quickly and confidently.
To help you stay prepared, we’re offering 10% off the kit when you use the code FirstAid at checkout.
This offer runs until 31 January 2026, making it the perfect time to add one to the car, boat, caravan, backpack or bach cupboard.�� Shop the Capes Essentials First Aid Kit.