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It is important to have a first-aid kit on hand for any athletic event or outing. Accidents and injuries can occur at any time, but especially during competition. First aid kits have become far more advanced than the original first-aid cabinets devel..

Anyone in the medical profession will tell you that early treatment is the best way to ensure a positive outcome from any emergency situation. A first-aid kit is an absolute essential piece of gear for any traveler. Emergencies can happen anywhere at..

There are differences between a first-aid kit and a bleed control kit. Certainly, both provide important tools to address various emergency situations. Both provide potentially lifesaving supplies necessary to treat injuries. However, there are key d..

It is important to be prepared for any hiking or camping trip. Everyone who has gone hiking, backpacking, or camping knows the importance of proper gear. No matter how experienced you are with the outdoors, it’s always important to check and re-check..

It's time for another Angus giveaway!  We're giving away a one of a kind prototype backpack!  To see the bag, please follow the link to our Facebook page:Prototype Giveaway VideoAnd to enter, click this link:Gleam Giveaway Entry pageAnd most importan..

First responders are known for their quick decisions and life saving actions. We rely on them in emergency situations to administer advanced medical treatment. While their training is vital to their success, they are only as good as their equipment. ..

It is imperative first responders have the proper gear and emergency medical bags to respond in an efficient manner to emergency situations. They rely on a wide range of equipment which provides information to help guide their decisions. The nature o..

Reducing the spread of bacteria and germs can help control the rate of infection across all environments. Each year in Canada, more than 220,000 healthcare associated infections result in 8,500-12,000 deaths, and the rates are rising. One in nine hos..

Sands is excited to offer two more giveaways for you to enter!   Our first one is for a one-of-a-kind, blood bourne pathogen backpack!   This Sands Import is based on the popular Angus TC-25.To enter to win this bag, click here:Sands Import GiveawayD..

First Aid Basics When You Go Hiking Canada has an incredible 7 million square kilometers of wilderness covering 23% of the country. In fact the only country that has a larger area of wilderness in the world is Russia. Having such a vast amount of wil..

Exciting news!Sands and Angus are giving away a limited edition Banff carry-on bag!The glossy black diamond edition is limited to 1 and is valued at $300+ dollars. To enter, visit the contest link and follow the instructions to enter, contest ends Oc..

Burns are some of the most severe injuries people can sustain. They can occur in the home or at the workplace. It is important to have a burn kit available in multiple locations in the home at place of business. These should be a separate kit from th..