Burn Injury Accidents at Home and in the Workplace

According to the American Burn Association, approximately 486,000 Americans suffer from burns which require them to seek medical attention.  Nearly 75% of all burn accidents occur at home, with an addition 10% happening at the workplace.  Though burn accidents occur frequently, many are preventable.  Here’s what you should know about burn injuries and steps you can take to prevent accidents from happening. When we typically think of burns, the first thing that comes to mind is the sensation that we feel when we touch something hot, or our skin comes into contact with fire.  While this is true, burns are more...

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