Minor burns are a common occurrence, and from cooking to gathering around a fire, health experts say the holiday season sees an annual uptick in emergency room visits. But before you rush to the ...

Dr. Stathi Poulakidas with Cook County Health joined ABC7 Eyewitness News live to discuss what burn hazards you should be aware of inside your home. wls CHICAGO (WLS) -- It's Burn Awareness Week, and ...

A study at UC Davis looked at how quickly you can get relief from a minor burn and what you should do. It really is a race against time when you get a minor burn. A team from UC Davis, Sacramento Fire ...

There are many myths about how to treat a minor burn. Do I pop the blister? Do I use hot or cold water on it? Do I cover with bandages? One of the most important things to do is to act fast and follow ...

June 10 -- With summer upon us, we are all spending more time outside and the possibilities of getting sunburned, burned by a backyard grill, or burned by Fourth of July fireworks is at an all-time ...

Diwali is a special time when homes shine with bright lights, families gather, and celebrations bring joy and laughter. However, the excitement of lighting firecrackers can sometimes lead to skin ...

Before modern-day medicine, home remedies for burns called for products often found in the kitchen, including butter or oil, egg whites and ice. Ice is still considered a common burn remedy as it ...

Now that fall's chill has arrived, it's time for backyard fire pits and weekend campfires. If your bakyard is too small to hold a fire pit, find a friend. But first, (there's always something) you ...

It's easy to get a burn on your arm or hand from a hot pan while cooking. Extremely hot water — over 110 degrees Fahrenheit — can cause burns, as can stoves, fires, hot food and the sun. Most burns ...

The Fourth of July is coming up fast, and whether you plan to celebrate at home or travel to spend the holiday with friends and family, keep safety in mind. Unfortunately, over the past 15 years, ...