Burns and scalds to children in all of 2023
8551
children were burned
or scalded in 2023
This figure is the more serious injuries
and doesn't include A&E data
Breakdown of burns and scalds by age:
0-2 years: 3497
2-4 years: 2159
5-14 years: 2634
15-19 years: 261
Top Sources
Tea cup
Electric hob
Other hot fluid
Kettle spills
Top Areas
Living Room
2Bedroom
3Kitchen
1Garden
4Top
areas
1
2
3
4
- Manchester
- Bristol
- Sheffield
- Nottingham
Top ACTIVITIES
Play & Exploration
Food Preparation
FIRST AID ADVICE
1. COOL the burn with cool running 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.