/oss/taxonomy/term/6947/all en /oss/article/medical-you-asked/what-are-icepacks-made <p>With summer weather arriving in a blaze of glory, your trusty ice packs might start getting more use. Whether for keeping food and drinks cool, icing injuries, or relieving the discomfort of a sunburn, ice packs have a multitude of uses at home, never mind elsewhere, where they’re vital for keeping medications, chemicals, and other spoilable items safe. But what’s inside that trusty, usually blue, often rectangular, object?</p> Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 Ada McVean M.Sc. 9550 at /oss