Burns and scalds to children in

456

children were burned
or scalded in February 2017

This figure is the more serious injuries
and doesn't include A&E data

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

المبرد

Electric Hob

Hot Fluid

Top Areas

Bedroom

3

Bathroom

4

Kitchen

1

Living Room

2

Top
areas

1
2
3
4
  1. Bristol
  2. Manchester
  3. Swansea
  4. Hemel Hempstead

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.