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She always has this item on hand.

At their worst, they can be fatal.

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Thats why my mom,Dr.

Marlene McBride, DNP a nurse of over 30 years always preached the importance of proper handwashing growing up.

Its sting-free, soothing, and gentle enough to use around the eyes.

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I like to have a little bottle of that with meat all times, just in case.

While rare, sun-treated wounds can also become susceptible tonecrotizing fasciitis, AKA flesh-eating bacteria.

Sometimes we have a false sense of security about ocean water, says my mom.

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But in reality, especially in warmer climates,some bacteria thrive in ocean water.

And having a cut that’s not been cleaned or covered up allows that bacteria to get in it.

Thanks to my moms recommendation, I plan on packing Vashe with me on all of my future trips.

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As it turns out, though, my mom isnt the only medical professional who recommends Vashe wound solution.

Curious to know what other first aid must-haves my mom recommends for travel?

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