10 Back-To-School Essentials to Help You Stay Healthy this Year

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The school supplies and fresh outfits are set. Next up: a dose of practical preparation to shield kids from the pesky back-to-school bugs, infections, and accidents. From out-of-nowhere fevers to lingering coughs, those way-too-spreadable germs are par for the fall-semester course. Be prepared for all of it (and scraps and bruises, too) with essentials from Amazon. The retailer has a wellness and home department of “Everyday Essentials,” offering a host of items including disinfecting wipes, fever reducers, antihistamines, and more.

So, whether they’re heading back to campus or prepping for the first year at a new school, we’ve rounded up 10 must-have back-to-school items to ensure you’re armed with the most useful and health-conscious tools for whatever comes your way this year. Go ahead and put these on Subscribe & Save. How’s that for an A-plus move?

Children's Ibuprofen Oral Suspension

Keep your little scholars pain-free and focused with Amazon’s in-house Basic Care Children’s Ibuprofen Suspension. A reliable solution for those unexpected aches and fevers, it’s a staple in your medicine cabinet.

Disinfecting Wipes

Disinfecting wipes are a necessary weapon against classroom germs. To ensure their surroundings are clean and conducive to a healthy learning environment, wipe down surfaces like lunch boxes at home. And send a pack in with your kid so they can wipe down their desk regularly.

Children's Allergy Relief Oral Solution

Seasonal allergies are a drag. Help relieve your kiddo’s symptoms, from sneezing and runny and itchy noses to scratchy throats and watery eyes, with this cherry-flavored medicine.

Vegan Kids Vitamin C

Boost your child’s immunity and overall health with vitamin C Gummies. These make taking vitamins fun and provide this essential nutrient kids need to keep illness at bay throughout the year.

Electrolyte Solution

Replenish lost fluids during sick days (and intense soccer games) with electrolytes. Amazon’s Electrolyte Solution is made primarily with simply water and electrolyes to rehydrate and energize.

Premium Saline Nasal Moisturizing Spray (Pack of 2)

Combat sniffles with Amazon Basic Care Saline Nasal Spray. Clearing congestion and soothing irritation, this spray is essential for promoting comfortable breathing. It contains purified water first and foremost to help quickly relieve nasal passages.

91% Isopropyl Alcohol First Aid Antiseptic

Alcohol antiseptic is an obvious pick for keeping those cuts and scrapes clean, but it’s also an ideal way to sanitize little hands in a pinch. A quick wipe before meals or after playtime helps reduce the spread of germs.

Kids Adhesive Bandages

Ouch Essentials Bandages are soon to be your best friend when it comes to minor mishaps. From playground scratches to paper cuts, these colorful and comfortable bandages let your kids heal with a little cute style.

Hydrocortisone 1% Anti-Itch Cream

Hydrocortisone cream is a classic for easing skin irritations. The anti-itch solution will ensure your child is comfortable and distraction-free.

Chest Rub Cough Suppressant and Topical Analgesic Ointment

Say hello to your best ally against nagging or lingering coughs. Packed with camphor, eucalyptus oil, and menthol, this topical ointment can help your child breathe a little easier during a bout of the common cold and can temporarily relieve minor aches and pains when applied to joints and muscles.

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