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1/27/2017 • 7 years ago
Scald burns continue to be the number one cause of burns to children under five. Older adults also suffer from scald burns and these burns can become a medical issue if not taken care of immediately. For more information on how to protect your family from all types of burns please visit the Burn Awareness Week webpage.