I'm a Doctor, and These Are the 11 Under-$25 Travel Essentials I Recommend for All Those 'Just in Case' Moments

"Coming prepared with a small, compact first aid kit can prevent a minor issue from turning into a major hassle; these essentials don't take up much room, and having them on hand saves you from scrambling to find a pharmacy in an unfamiliar place. And they can empower you to relieve your own discomfort, so you don't have to tough it out, and you can get back to enjoying the journey."

"Staying prepared doesn't require much more than a little foresight and planning. Every one of these "just in case" items, recommended by New York City-based infectious disease doctor Michael Scoma, is under $25 at Amazon, so you can build an affordable, reliable travel health kit without blowing your budget. Shop health, wellness, and medical supplies, including SPF lip balm, electrolyte tablets, earplugs, and even aloe vera gel -you'll be glad you have them if something goes wrong."

Small, compact travel health items prevent minor problems from becoming major hassles and save time searching for pharmacies in unfamiliar places. A basic first aid kit fits easily into carry-on luggage and empowers travelers to relieve discomfort quickly. Affordable options under $25 on Amazon let travelers build reliable kits without large expense. Essential items include assorted adhesive bandages for blisters and scrapes, individually wrapped antiseptic wipes for quick cleaning, SPF lip balm for dry conditions, electrolyte tablets for hydration, earplugs for sleep, and aloe vera gel for sun relief.

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