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What Should Be in an Australian Sports First Aid Kit? (And Why Most Get It Wrong) - Assurance First Aid Kits

What Should Be in an Australian Sports First Ai...

Samantha Kerr

Most sports first aid kits are packed with low quality content—and missing the gear you’ll actually use on game day. In this article, we break down the 5 essentials every...

What Should Be in an Australian Sports First Ai...

Samantha Kerr

Most sports first aid kits are packed with low quality content—and missing the...

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Do I Really Need a Snake Bite Kit in Australia? - Assurance First Aid Kits

Do I Really Need a Snake Bite Kit in Australia?

Samantha Kerr

Australia is home to some of the world’s most venomous snakes — and most bites happen closer to home than you’d think. Fine fangs mean a bite might feel like...

Do I Really Need a Snake Bite Kit in Australia?

Samantha Kerr

Australia is home to some of the world’s most venomous snakes — and...

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The Ultimate First Aid Kit Buying Guide For Australians 2025 Edition - Assurance First Aid Kits

The Ultimate First Aid Kit Buying Guide For Aus...

Samantha Kerr

Most first aid kits are junk. Bandaids and cheap tools you wouldn’t trust on your dog. Here’s what to actually look for—and why our kits are built to work when it...

The Ultimate First Aid Kit Buying Guide For Aus...

Samantha Kerr

Most first aid kits are junk. Bandaids and cheap tools you wouldn’t trust...

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"Frosties" The viral craze leaving life long scars. What you need to know. - Assurance First Aid Kits

"Frosties" The viral craze leaving life long sc...

Samantha Kerr

What are “Frosties” and why are they causing serious harm to Aussie teens? This viral trend—fuelled by social media dares and peer pressure—has teens spraying aerosol deodorants or air fresheners...

"Frosties" The viral craze leaving life long sc...

Samantha Kerr

What are “Frosties” and why are they causing serious harm to Aussie teens?...

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Should You Pee on a Box Jellyfish Sting? Debunking the Myth and What Really Works - Assurance First Aid Kits

Should You Pee on a Box Jellyfish Sting? Debunk...

Samantha Kerr

If you’ve ever swum in the warm waters off Australia’s northern coasts, you’ve probably heard the advice: “If you get stung by a jellyfish, just pee on it!” But does this...

Should You Pee on a Box Jellyfish Sting? Debunk...

Samantha Kerr

If you’ve ever swum in the warm waters off Australia’s northern coasts, you’ve...

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My Trip to the Andes with IFAK Hike vs IFAK Hike Lite - Assurance First Aid Kits

My Trip to the Andes with IFAK Hike vs IFAK Hik...

Samantha Kerr

Which First Aid Kit is Right for Your Trail Adventures? As a passionate hiker and founder of Trail Hiking Australia, I’ve long believed that carrying a well-equipped first aid kit...

My Trip to the Andes with IFAK Hike vs IFAK Hik...

Samantha Kerr

Which First Aid Kit is Right for Your Trail Adventures? As a passionate...

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Dangerous Urban Myth: Can Coughing Stop a Heart Attack? Here's What You Should Do Instead - Assurance First Aid Kits

Dangerous Urban Myth: Can Coughing Stop a Heart...

Samantha Kerr

I still see this post going around, and it makes me mad! Have you ever read a social media post that says “If you feel chest pain, pull over and...

Dangerous Urban Myth: Can Coughing Stop a Heart...

Samantha Kerr

I still see this post going around, and it makes me mad! Have...

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