Burns and scalds to children in February 2017
456
Children were burned or scalded in February 2017
This figure only relates to the more serious burns and scalds - it does not include the thousands seen by A&E departments
BREAKDOWN OF BURNS AND SCALDS BY AGE:
0 - 2 years: 232
2 - 4 years: 105
5 - 14 years: 108
15 - 19 years: 11
Top Sources
Tea/Coffee Cup
Radiator
Electric Hob
Hot Fluid
Top Areas
Bedroom
3
Bathroom
4
Kitchen
1
Living Room
2
1 Bristol
2 Manchester
3 Swansea
4 Hemel Hempstead
1
2
3
4
Top Activities
Child Play/Exploration
Food Preparation
First aid Advice
1. COOL the burn with running cold tap water for 20 minutes and remove all clothing and jewellery (unless it is melted or firmly stuck to the wound).
2. CALL for help: 999, 111 or local GP for advice.
3. COVER with cling film or a sterile, non-fluffy dressing or cloth. Make sure the patient is kept warm.
4. CLICK HERE for more information.
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