It’s been a month of energetic promotion by the team at Counties Manukau’s National Burns Unit.
Staff have been working hard, raising awareness of the damage even a minor burn can do, and giving the South Auckland community important information on avoiding and treating burns.
Advice has been wide-ranging, such as:
- Having the water temperature in your home set to 50°C can significantly reduce the severity of burns
- Place all hot beverages up high and away from children.• Never hold a baby while consuming a hot drink.
- In the event of a burn injury, remember the 20 MINUTE Rule: 20 minutes of cool running water is the key – then seek medical advice!
- Supervision is the best preventative we can provide to ensure children don’t sustain a burn injury, especially in the kitchen.
- Firepits and backyard campfires can be great fun for families but can pose a serious burn risk.
Following these simple tips is the best way to avoid a stay in hospital with a burn injury.