Burn Prevention
This collection includes resources available to prevent pediatric burn injuries.
Extreme Weather and Healthcare – Are you Ready for a Burn Disaster?
2024
· Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN),
· Western Regional Alliance for Pediatric Emergency Management (WRAP-EM),
· University of Utah Health
The document discusses the impact of extreme weather events on healthcare systems, focusing on burn disasters. It outlines preparedness strategies for hospitals, emphasizing planning, resources, …
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AAP Statement on Preventing Gun Violence in the Lives of Children and Teens
This is a statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on preventing gun violence in the lives of children and teens. It emphasizes the …
Understanding the Impact of Fire and Life Safety Messages on Children: Final Report
2010
· Johns Hopkins University,
· National Fire Protection Association (NFPA),
· Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA),
· U.S. Department of Homeland Security
This study explores how fire and life safety messages affect children. It describes the importance of teaching kids about safety to prevent accidents and injuries. …
Ohio Statewide Hospital Burn Surge Plan
2023
· Ohio Department of Health
The Ohio Statewide Hospital Burn Surge Plan aims to manage burn patients during mass casualty incidents. It describes how hospitals in Ohio will work together …
Blast Injuries
2019
· Save the Children
This 24-page report explains the effects of explosions on the human body, particularly in children who are uniquely vulnerable. It describes how blasts can cause …
Consensus Statement On The Early Management Of Crush Injury And Prevention Of Crush Syndrome
This article is about managing crush injuries and preventing crush syndrome. It describes how these injuries can happen during disasters or accidents, leading to serious …