Mississippi Burn, Hand, and Reconstruction Center

02/07/2026

Thanks to everyone for helping us celebrate National Burn Awareness Week! Bob has had a great time passing along burn prevention knowledge and hopes everyone will stay safe at work and at home! To help, MBHRC has education materials (including an industrial safety booklet) available by request and our website!

02/06/2026

Lithium batteries have become an integral part of our daily lives. But they can also be dangerous if they are damaged, charged with incorrect cords, or overheat. Be like Bob, and recharge safely!

02/05/2026

While most occupational burns occur in industrial settings, there are steps that can be taken at all workplaces to reduce the risks. Heating up lunch in an office or making the morning coffee can be dangerous if you take shortcuts! Be like Bob, and work safely!

02/04/2026

To paraphrase Joe Dirt: “Life is a construction site, dig it! But dig it safely!” Construction sites can be especially dangerous, especially if workers get too comfortable. Be like Bob, and build safely!

02/03/2026

Restaurants can be full of potential burn pitfalls. With a few steps and little extra caution, staying safe while preparing and serving food is simple! Be like Bob, and serve safely!

02/02/2026

Each year, there are thousands of hospitalizations for work-related burns. Practicing safe worksite procedures is the first step toward preventing burns. Be like Bob, and keep your workplace safe!

02/01/2026

National Burn Awareness Week kicks off today and is focused on preventing injuries in the workplace. From identifying workplace hazards to promoting regular safety training, MBHRC will mark each day with tips for specific industries. Stop by all week and see what Bob has to say!

01/30/2026

It’s a Friday, and it’s National Fun at Work Day! While burns, wounds and hands require serious commitment, our team is always looking for ways to have a little fun during the work day. Whether they are Minions or donning ugly Christmas sweaters or sharing snacks, having fun at work helps our team spread smiles on a daily basis!

01/27/2026

Warmer weather is on the way, but it is still cold in the Magnolia State. Today, Bob decided to stay in bed under an electric blanket. But he’s making sure the comfy confines are safe, too! Be like Bob, and stay warm and stay safe!

01/26/2026

Please read this important update from the Governor's office. Stay warm and stay safe as the cold weather continues!

January 26, 2026 JACKSON, Miss. – Governor Tate Reeves today announced that the state of Mississippi continues to respond to the severe winter weather impacting the state. Tragically, two fatalities have been reported to the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA): One in Hinds County and o...

01/26/2026

Bob, like most of us in Mississippi, is cold. So he’s taking safe steps to stay warm, especially when using space heaters. Be like Bob, and stay warm and stay safe!

01/25/2026

There are an estimated 178,000 homes and businesses are without power in Mississippi due to the wintry weather. If you are trying to heat your home using your fireplace, Bob has some tips for you! Be like Bob, and stay warm and stay safe!