28/12/2025
🔥 Burns Happen in Seconds — Do You Know What To Do? 🔥
From kitchen mishaps to workplace accidents, burns are one of the most common injuries — but also one of the most misunderstood when it comes to first aid.
🔍 Types of Burns & Their Signs:
1️⃣ Superficial (First Degree):
Red, dry skin
Mild pain or tenderness
2️⃣ Partial Thickness (Second Degree):
Blistering
Swelling and intense pain
Wet or shiny appearance
3️⃣ Full Thickness (Third Degree):
White, charred or leathery skin
Little or no pain due to nerve damage — still extremely serious!
🆘 First Aid — The 3 C’s:
✅ Cool the burn immediately with cool running water for at least 20 minutes
✅ Cover with cling film or a clean non-fluffy cloth
✅ Call for medical help if:
Burn is deep, larger than your hand, or on face, hands, feet or ge****ls
❌ Do NOT:
Use ice, creams, oils, butter or toothpaste
Burst blisters
Remove anything stuck to the burn
⚠️ Act fast — the first few minutes make all the difference!
