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Emergency Access Doesn’t Mean Independent Use - It Means Supported Care Anywhere
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Emergency antibiotics might conjure images of self-treatment, but real preparedness is about guided care. But that’s not what medical preparedness is about - and it’s not what Prepare Medical stands for. Being prepared doesn’t mean going it alone. It means having the right tools, at the right time, with the right support.

Prepare Medical’s Emergency Kits are not a replacement for your doctor or for the healthcare system. In fact, they’re designed to work alongside it -  to fill the gaps when you’re far from a pharmacy, when care is delayed, or when you’re in a location where access to essential medications isn’t guaranteed.

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A Supplement to Your Existing Healthcare, Not a Substitute

Your family doctor is still your first call, whether it be connecting with them virtually or in-person, but when immediate care isn’t accessible such as when you’re on a road trip, remote work site, or even stuck in an ER with multi-hour wait times - Prepare Kits bridge the gap.

The process doesn’t bypass medical guidance -  it actually relies on it. Each Kit includes:

  • A comprehensive health review before anything is prescribed, conducted by a licensed Canadian physician
  • Telehealth access in case your own doctor isn’t reachable
  • Detailed medical instructions, with a clear expectation: you should consult a provider before using any medication

You’re never expected to guess. You’re expected to be supported.

All prescribing for a Prepare Kit is done by licensed Canadian physicians, and medications are dispensed by accredited Canadian pharmacies. These healthcare providers follow all relevant Health Canada and PHAC standards for telemedicine and prescription regulation, ensuring safe, reliable access when care is delayed or out of reach.

Designed to Support the Professionals Around You

Medical care isn’t always about who you know -  it’s about who’s available. If you fall ill on a cruise ship, at a remote lodge, or mid-air on a transatlantic flight, the physician or nurse nearby may not have access to the medications you need. That’s where your Prepare Kit can become a tool that helps them help you.

It’s not just for you - it’s for the people trying to care for you when resources are limited. The Kit makes it easier for any healthcare professional on the scene to act quickly and appropriately, with safe and pre-reviewed medications that are already cleared for your use.

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Real Preparedness Means You’re Never Alone

Being prepared doesn’t mean disconnecting from the system -  it means staying connected, even when the system isn’t close by. Each kit comes with the Prepare Medical Guidebook, that has detailed information on symptoms and instructions on how and when to use each medication. This is to ensure you are equipped on understanding when to reach out for help, and for properly following through with your treatment after speaking to a provider. 

You’re encouraged to consult:

  • Your family doctor
  • A local clinic or telehealth service
  • Or use Prepare Medical’s doctor support, included with your Kit

Patients are educated on identifying symptoms, understanding dosages, and recognizing potential risks when engaging in telehealth services with partnered healthcare providers throughout their Prepare Medical journey. 

Prepare Kits are meant for emergency use in a variety of very specific contexts, that may include:

  • Rural and remote areas
  • Long-distance travel
  • International trips where pharmacies may not be reliable
  • Disaster zones and disrupted infrastructure

They’re not for everyday use. They’re not for routine illness. They’re for when minutes matter -  and you don’t want to lose time to logistics.

The Bottom Line

You’re not alone when you carry a Prepare Kit. You’re backed by physician review, supported by medical guidance, and prepared to act responsibly with the help of professionals – whether that’s your own doctor, someone providing care in the moment, or Prepare Medical’s online doctor support that comes with your Kit.

Emergency access isn’t about independence - it’s about support.

Further Reading
  1. Health Canada (2023). Prescription Drug Regulations & Telemedicine Standards
    https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/drug-products.html
  2. Public Health Agency of Canada (2023). Emergency Medical Preparedness Guidelines
    https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/emergency-preparedness.html
  3. Canadian Medical Association (2023). Access to Medications in Remote and Emergency Situations
    https://www.cma.ca
  4. College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (2023). Telehealth Prescribing Standards
    https://www.cpso.on.ca/physicians/policies-guidance/policies/telemedicine
  5. World Health Organization (2022). Medication Without Harm: WHO’s Global Patient Safety Challenge
    https://www.who.int/initiatives/medication-without-harm
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