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New 'Skin' From Stem Cells
Thu Nov 19, 2009, 19:00
Technique used in mice may offer hope to burn patients awaiting grafts.
News Topics : Stem Cells, Research & Development, Burns


Access to U.S. Burn Centers Varies by Region
Tue Oct 27, 2009, 16:00
Northeasterners have best proximity, southerners the worst, study finds.
News Topics : Hospitals, Emergencies / First Aid, Demographics, Burns


Burn Rate in Kids Has Dropped, But Still Causes Concern
Tue Oct 06, 2009, 12:00
Youths' thinner skin makes them more susceptible to severe injury, expert says.
News Topics : Sunburn / Tan, Safety: Child, Safety & Public Health: Misc, Parenting, Kids: Misc, Injuries, Burns


Immune Cells Offer Hope for Injured Lungs
Mon Sep 21, 2009, 17:00
Discovery in mice shows promise for treating potentially fatal wounds, researchers say.
News Topics : Travel Safety: Motor Vehicle Injury, Respiratory Problems: Flu Or Pneumonia, Research & Development, Cancer: Misc, Cancer: Lung, Burns


Girl in Iconic Vietnam War Photo Brings Message of Hope
Thu Sep 10, 2009, 09:00
Kim Phuc, now 46, survived extensive napalm burns to help today's burn survivors.
News Topics : Skin Disorders: Misc, Injuries, Burns


Put Safety First on the 4th
Fri Jul 03, 2009, 09:00
Follow these tips to avoid fireworks hazards.
News Topics : Safety: Fire, Safety: Child, Safety & Public Health: Misc, Kids: Misc, Injuries, Burns


Don't Get Lazy About Lawn-Mower Safety
Sun Jun 21, 2009, 09:00
Experts offer tips to avoid mowing-related hazards.
News Topics : Kids: Misc, Injuries, Exercise: Gardening, Burns


Skin Patches Can Cause Burns During MRIs
Thu Mar 05, 2009, 14:00
The medication patches should be removed ahead of time, FDA says.
News Topics : Imaging Devices, Drugs: Misc, Burns


Microwaves a Menace for Young Kids
Tue Oct 07, 2008, 12:00
Scalds, resulting in serious injuries, can occur, study finds.
News Topics : Skin Disorders: Misc, Parenting, Kids: Misc, Kids' Ailments, Injuries, Burns


Summer Is Peak Time for Lightning Strikes
Sat Jul 12, 2008, 09:00
The rule of thumb? 'When thunder roars, go indoors.'
News Topics : Safety & Public Health: Misc, Safety & Public Health, Injuries, Burns


Health Tip: Protect Your Child From Burns
Mon Jun 02, 2008, 09:00
In the bath and around the house
News Topics : Parenting, Kids: Misc, Burns


Gator Blood May Be New Source of Antibiotics
Mon Apr 07, 2008, 12:00
Early research shows proteins from the reptiles can fight off 'superbugs.'
News Topics : Research & Development, Infections: Misc, Burns, Antibiotics


Medical Adhesive Helps Burn Patients
Thu Mar 20, 2008, 09:59
Artiss approved to attach skin grafts
News Topics : Skin Disorders: Misc, Food & Drug Administration, Drug Approvals, Burns


Women at Higher Risk of Abnormal Burn Scars
Wed Mar 19, 2008, 14:00
Younger patients also more prone, new study finds.
News Topics : Surgery: Misc, Burns


Health Tip: Don't Get Burned by Hot Water
Fri Feb 22, 2008, 09:00
Some precautions to consider for kids
News Topics : Pain, Burns


Health Tip: Caring for a Minor Burn
Wed Jan 02, 2008, 09:00
Here's what to do
News Topics : Burns


More Americans Suffering Sunburns
Thu May 31, 2007, 17:00
Too much sun greatly increases skin cancer risk, experts say.
News Topics : Burns, Cancer: Skin, Race


Health Tip: Risk Factors for Sunburn
Mon Apr 16, 2007, 09:00
The young and fair-skinned are at greater risk
News Topics : Burns, Skin Disorders: Misc, Sunburn / Tan


Health Tip: Prevent Burns From a Heating Pad
Wed Apr 04, 2007, 09:00
Don't use on the same injury for more than 20 minutes
News Topics : Burns, Muscle Problems, Pain, Skin Disorders: Misc


Genetically Altered Cells Show Promise for Burn Patients
Tue Jan 09, 2007, 12:00
Cultured skin graft therapy may prove to be alternative infection-control method, study says
News Topics : Burns, Gene Therapy, Hospitals, Infections: Misc, Therapy & Procedures: Misc

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Focus on toys that pose choking hazard, are too loud, or contain dangerous chemicals.

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