The Power of a Foil Blanket in First Aid

Written By LG Web Design

It might look like a crinkly bit of tin foil, but this humble foil blanket can help save a life. When someone is in shock, injured, or exposed to cold conditions, their body temperature can drop rapidly — and that’s dangerous. Hypothermia can creep in even when the air doesn’t feel freezing.

This is where the foil blanket becomes a life-saver.

  • It reflects up to the body heat back

  • It’s windproof and waterproof

  • It’s lightweight and compact, yet powerful

Wrapping someone in a foil blanket while waiting for emergency services can stabilise their condition — buying precious time. That shiny sheet you see in a first aid kit? It’s not just a tick box item — it’s a potential lifeline.

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