National Scald Prevention Campaign Statistics 4,000 deaths 400,000 hospitalized in burn centers 40% of all treated burns and one-third of those hospitalized are scalds 75% of all burns to young children are scalds 40% of all scald injuries are to … Continue reading
Install smoke detectors, check the batteries every month, and vacuum them regularly to keep them working. Plan and practice a home fire escape plan, chose a meeting place outside your home. Learn how to get emergency help in your community, … Continue reading
Buy child-resistant lighters. Keep all matches and lighters out of sight in a high, locked cabinet. Teach children they must ask for parent permission before touching matches or lighters. Children, as young as 8 years old, can be arrested for … Continue reading