Outdoor survival tips: the medicine cabinet edition (ARA) – You
can’t avoid it: Outdoor activities mean bites, bumps, burns and
bruises. Make sure you’re ready by stocking up on these
medicine-cabinet basics: Over-the-counter pain relievers Doing
activities outdoors increases the likelihood of muscle aches,
strains and sprains. For basic relief, experts recommend over-
the-counter (OTC) pain relievers such as naproxen sodium,
ibuprofen or acetaminophen. Although most mild injuries can be
treated successfully at home, you should see a doctor if you
experience numbness or an inability to move without significant
pain. Sunscreen and lotions Sunburn can happen any time of year.
Be sure to protect your skin with sunscreen or clothing whenever
you’re outdoors. But if you forget, treatments such as a lotion
that contains aloe vera can provide symptom relief. OTC pain
relievers don’t heal or prevent damage to skin, but they can
reduce the pain, swelling and discomfort associated with
sunburn. These are especially bene