A well-stocked first aid kit is an important part of a summer holiday by the sea, especially if you are travelling with children, allergy sufferers or diabetics. Proper preparation can help to deal with any health problems that may arise during the trip. The following explains what should be included in such a first aid kit and gives special recommendations for children, allergy sufferers and diabetics. It also looks at whether there are import restrictions or import bans on medication in certain countries and which countries require a medical certificate for importing medication. Important: This article does not constitute advice reserved for doctors and pharmacists, but is intended to provide guidance only. People with (chronic) illnesses in particular should seek advice from a doctor and/or pharmacist they trust before putting together a kit. This is especially true if you are taking prescription medication with you. Think of the children too For a good first aid kit by the sea, you should first take basic first aid items with you. These include bandages such as plasters, sterile compresses, gauze bandages, wound disinfectant and scissors. Sunscreen with a high sun protection factor is essential to protect the skin from sunburn. Make sure that the sunscreen is waterproof, as you will often be in the sea or pool. Insect bites are not uncommon on summer holidays, so you should also take insect repellent with you. For children, it is important to choose a mosquito repellent product that is suitable for their age group. For children, in addition to the items mentioned above, specific medication should also be taken. Fever and painkillers such as paracetamol or ibuprofen in child-appropriate doses should always be on hand. Anti-inflammatory drugs should also be taken with you.