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Band-Aids Not Needed

When we get a cut, the instinct is to clean it and then cover it with a Band-Aid. There’s a common misconception that leaving the wound exposed will dry it out and heal faster, but this is just a myth.

Cleveland Clinic shares that cuts need enough moisture to hasten the healing process. But what if there is no Band-Aid or a Neosporin ointment around? Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, Vicks has been used to aid healing. However, the company itself doesn’t endorse this.

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