Burns and scalds to children in May 2020
617
Children were burned or scalded in May 2020
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: 257
2 - 4 years: 184
5 - 14 years: 168
15 - 19 years: 8
Top Sources
Tea/Coffee Spills
Barbecue
Electric hob
Hair straighteners
Top Areas
Bedroom
4
Kitchen
1
Bedroom
3
Garage/Yard
2
1 Manchester
2 Bristol
3 Sheffield
4 Birmingham
1
2
3
4
Top Activities
Child's 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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