We pack for family road trips and weekend getaways. We bring extra supplies for camping and backcountry adventures. We stock up before heading off-grid or into remote areas. We keep flashlights, snacks, and first aid kits — just in case.
But there’s one thing most households still forget: prescription medication.
Not the over-the-counter stuff. We’re talking about the prescription medications that actually make a difference when someone’s sick and help is far away — whether that’s because of a natural disaster, a rural address, or a waitlist that’s six hours too long.
In 2025, real readiness means more than a first aid kit. It means medical preparedness.
Healthcare access across Canada has never been more unpredictable.
- ER wait times regularly exceed 12 hours in urban centres, with some patients waiting up to 20 hours in peak periods¹
- Over 20% of Canadians live in rural or remote communities, yet only 8% of physicians practice in those areas²
- Natural disasters - from wildfires to winter storms - continue to knock out power, close roads, and delay care³
- And global supply chain disruptions have already caused shortages in essential medications, from antibiotics to pediatric pain relievers⁴
So the question isn’t “what if?” - it’s “when?”
Most people’s emergency kits stop at gauze, acetaminophen, and a thermometer. Serious conditions like infections or respiratory symptoms require more than band-aid, they demand timely medical intervention. That’s where the Prepare Medical steps in - as a physician-prescribed, telehealth-supported, and purpose-built solution.
It’s not about replacing your family doctor. It’s about supporting the system when the system can’t support you immediately.
Real readiness in 2025 includes:
- Having prescription medications on hand for emergencies - not just OTCs
- Having a kit that’s doctor-prescribed and reviewed, not something bought off the shelf
- Having access to virtual medical support when your doctor isn’t reachable
- Having the ability to act fast when someone in your family or you yourself show early symptoms
- Having medical tools that travel with you — whether you’re at home, on the road, or off the grid
Prepare Medical Kits are designed to work with your healthcare team, not outside of it.
Every medication is:
- Reviewed and authorized by a licensed Canadian physician after considering your health history
- Dispensed through accredited Canadian pharmacies in alignment with stewardship guidelines
- Intended for emergency use only - not for routine care
- Packaged with a comprehensive guidebook and telehealth access for safe, supported use
Whether you're a parent living in a quiet suburb or managing a household in a rural community, the goal is the same: keep your family safe, calm, and covered — no matter what happens.
In a true emergency, you are often the one who has to decide what happens next.
Do we wait it out?
Do we drive to the ER?
Do we have what we need?
Prepare Medical helps take the pressure off by giving you a physician-reviewed, medically supported solution - already in your home, already tailored to you, and ready when you need it most.
- Canadian Institute for Health Information. Wait Times for Priority Procedures in Canada, 2023. https://www.cihi.ca/en/wait-times
- Canadian Institute for Health Information. How Canada Compares: Results from the Commonwealth Fund’s 2022 International Health Policy Survey of Primary Care Physicians. https://www.cihi.ca/en
- Government of Canada. Emergency Management in Canada – Natural Hazards. https://www.publicsafety.gc.ca
- Government of Canada. Drug Shortages in Canada: Current and Anticipated Supply Issues. https://www.drugshortagescanada.ca
Public Safety Canada. 72 Hours: Is Your Family Prepared? https://www.getprepared.gc.ca
Don’t just stock your shelves. Strengthen your safety net.
Secure your family’s health today — order your Prepare Medical Kit now for peace of mind during emergencies.
Disclaimer: Medications are prescribed only after physician review and dispensed through licensed Canadian pharmacies in accordance with Canadian stewardship standards. Individual medication access may vary depending on your health profile. Prepare Medical is not a substitute for emergency medical services. Always seek urgent care in life-threatening situations.
