Most burns are minor such as a spark from a campfire landing on skin, for instance. Sometimes, though, burns can be severe. A pot of boiling macaroni may spill on a cook, a flare of the stove, the sun can sear unprotected skin. 

Mild burns cause painful reddening of the skin. A typical first-degree burn is sunburn. Burns that raise blisters are more serious, scalding water is a type of second-degree. Burns that char skin or flesh are the most serious burns called third-degree burns.

Do not treat with any foreign creams or sprays. They can slow the healing process in many cases. They are also hard to remove once applied.

* An exception is mild sunburn, which might respond well to aloe.*

1. Relieve the pain by applying an ice pack or a damp, cold cloth, or by dipping area in cool water.
2. Do not break any blisters. Infection could be caused.
3. Let affected area air dry then wrap with cloth or bandage.

1. Protect the affected area with a cloth or bandage. Do NOT apply ice packs for fear of shock. Do NOT remove any charred or loose skin or clothing.
2. Treat for shock.
3. If victim is conscious, give sips of fluids to keep him/her hydrated
4. Call 911 and get medical help.

1. Immediately flood the affected area with water. Continue for at least 20 minutes to remove all the traces of the chemical.
2. If chemical gets into the eyes, spray clean water into the eyes or have the victim lie down and pour water into them. Act as quickly as possible and continue for 5 minutes.
3. Have victim remove clothes. The chemical may be in the clothes
4. Put a clean pad over burns.
5. Call a physician immediately. Follow all instructions.

1. Take lifesaving action as needed- Rescue Breathing or CPR.
2. Locate burns where electricity entered and exited the body-jewelry, belt buckle, point of contact.
3. Treat burns as 3rd degree burns.
4. Treat for shock.
5. Get medical help.

Never allow children to play with matches. Don’t smoke, and don’t let anyone in your household smoke in bed. Be prepared! Install home fire detectors. Store flammable materials in a safe place. People whose skin is very sensitive to the sun (Particularly blue-eyed blondes) should wear hats, long sleeves, and apply a sunscreen with a rating of at lease 15.