1. Cool the burn under cold running water for at least 20 minutes. Cooling the burn will reduce pain, swelling and the risk of scarring. The sooner and longer a burn is cooled with cold running water, ...

You can remove clothing that is near the burn but not stuck to it. Meet Michelle, a parent who provided first aid to her baby when he was scalded by boiling water. Skip to 1:15 for the key first aid ...

Knowing and following proper first aid for burns is crucial because it can alleviate immediate pain, reduce the risk of infection and scarring, potentially lessen the severity of the injury ...

While many are aware that minor burn injuries can be treated immediately inside the home, many are unaware of proper first aid. Images: Getty Images This June, the inaugural National Burns ...

Mental health responders are using a strategy to help fire victims called Psychological First Aid -- often compared to CPR for mental health. Its initial step is finding what a person needs right now.

Third-degree burns are the most severe, damaging skin, muscles, and nerves. First aid varies by burn severity, emphasizing the importance of cooling the burn, avoiding ointments, and seeking ...

Life is unpredictable and accidents do occur so having a first aid kit close to hand is always good practice. Whether a cut, sprain or burn, being armed with a first aid kit is the first line of ...

A number of Republicans are calling for conditions to any federal aid that goes to California as the state struggles with ...