first aid

LiveSmart: Off to College – Helping Students Maintain Good Physical and Mental Health

August 17, 2022

Labor Day is approaching and for college students, that means it's back to school time. This week's LiveSmart article in the Times Union shares a check-list of important items for students to pack before they head off to campus. [...]

LiveSmart: The Beach, the Playground, the Trail – Pack a First Aid Kit!

July 28, 2021

A family, dad, mom, son and daughter, walk on a grass trail next to a pond. All of them have backpacks on. The sun is shining.

There is plenty of time left this summer for a trip to the beach, or hiking trail. Just make sure you pack a first aid kit. [...]

LiveSmart: Off to College – Helping Students Maintain Good Physical and Mental Health

August 14, 2019

Whether your son or daughter is entering as a freshman, or returning as an upperclassman, there are a few things you can do as a parent to help ease the transition back to school this fall. [...]

LiveSmart: Remember First Aid Kit, Immunizations When Heading Off to College

August 17, 2017

Along with their smart phones and laptops, students should bring basic first aid kits as another step toward living independently. And make sure their immunizations are up-to-date! [...]

LiveSmart: Preparation Key to Maintaining Good Health in College

August 24, 2016

For most parents, sending their child off to college fills them with a mixture of pride and worry – how will they do without you right by their side? A good place to start is to pack the student a well-stocked first-aid kit. [...]

LiveSmart: Good Health for College

August 5, 2015

Although most college students are at their peak physical health, they still need first aid for everyday illnesses. Send them to school prepared. [...]