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First aid advice for treating the effects of heat and cold

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Chemical burns first aid - flood the burn with cool running water for at least 20 minutes

Chemical burns

Chemical burns can occur from common household products, in industry, or from malicious acid attacks. Find out what to look for and what to do.

Adult minor burns and scalds - remove jewellery or clothing

Severe burns in adults

If someone has a severe burn they may develop shock which is a life-threatening condition. They will need to get to emergency help as soon as possible. Find out what to look for and what to do.

Adult minor burns and scalds - start cooling the burn or scald as quickly as possible

Minor burns and scalds in adults

If someone receives a burn or scald, your priority is to cool the burn as quickly as possible. Find out what to look for and what to do.

Burns and scalds - children - start cooling the burn or scalds as quickly as possible

Minor burns and scalds in children

If a child has suffered a minor burn or scald, you should try to cool the burn as quickly as possible before seeking medical advice. Find out what to look for and what to do.

Baby minor burns and scalds - cool the burn or scald as quickly as possible

Minor burns and scalds in babies

As your baby crawls or toddles around exploring the world, they may encounter something that can burn or scald them. Find out what to look for and what to do.

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Sunburn is caused by over exposure to the sun, or a sunlamp or sunbed. Find out what to look for and what to do.

Eye injuries - flash burns

Flash burn is a condition that occurs when the surface of the eye is damaged by exposure to ultraviolet light. Find out what to look for and what to do.

Frostbite

Frostbite can happen when exposed to freezing cold temperatures. Find out what to look for and what to do.

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