First Aid

One of the most common questions we receive here at Safetec regards the expiration dating of our products. Specifically, many customers inquire about the shelf life of our Ammonia Towelettes. Safetec’s Ammonia Towelettes are categorized…

Whether you’re cleaning your screen, wiping the dirt and grime from your hands, or tending to your mosquito bite for relief – Safetec has a full line of specialty wipes and towelettes for all your…

The skin is the largest organ of the human body. As a barrier, skin prevents harmful bacteria from entering the body. When the skin is damaged, there is an increased risk of infection due to…

Total retail sales in the US for private label products hit $5.47 trillion in 2019 and are projected to hit $5.94 trillion in 2024, according to data from Statista. Considering almost every retail store has a…

You’re outside, you’re swatting, but your body heat and the carbon dioxide in your breath lures mosquitoes, gnats, and other biting critters toward you. An insect lands and starts probing for a thin-skinned area, ideally…

As we covered in Part 1, no matter how careful you are, minor injuries or irritations are bound to happen. Cuts, scrapes, and burns don’t just hurt. These minor injuries can turn into bigger problems…

No matter how careful you are, minor injuries or irritations are bound to happen. When they do, you reach for the nearest ointment, cream, or gel. Different types of over-the-counter (OTC) medicines protect skin and…

Ah, the lazy days of summer, sitting poolside, hiking, biking, sunshine, bonfires, grilling, fireworks, playgrounds, and playdates. With an increase in outdoor activities, comes an increase in injuries. While minor injuries usually do not require…

The end of the year is a great time to give your first aid kit a checkup. While you can buy a pre-packaged first aid kit at most drugstores, it’s best to pack your first…

It’s easy enough to determine the potential exposure in a healthcare or laboratory setting. While it’s unlikely that exposure to blood occurs regularly in a non-healthcare setting, there is still a potential for occupational exposure…

Antibiotics and painkillers are both frequently prescribed medications, but both have very different actions to achieve their goals of helping the person to feel better during the course of the infection.

Antibiotics are powerful medicines that fight bacterial infections. Used correctly, antibiotics can save lives. They either kill bacteria or keep them from reproducing. Your body’s natural defenses can usually take it from there. However, they…