Burn Injuries

Every year, there are people in Arkansas who are seriously injured after coming in contact with hot liquids, hot food, steam or fire. Any source of high heat can result in a scald burn, and these injuries can be very painful. To prevent scald burns, people should take...

Washington residents should be aware that severe burn injury can cause changes in bone metabolism. These injuries can compromise the quality and structure of the bone, leading to other serious issues. While little is known about this connection, researchers have found...

Burn and scald injuries are the focus of National Burn Awareness week that starts on Feb. 1, 2015. This year marks the 30th anniversary of the campaign to raise awareness and promote prevention. Arkansas residents may be interested in the information provided by the...

Burn injuries affect many people every year in Arkansas. A person who has suffered a burn injury can usually expect to experience physical pain and discomfort as they recover. Physical pain can affect a person's comfort level during everyday tasks, such as working,...

It is possible to experience a chemical burn after exposure to many different substances such as paint thinner or gasoline. Common symptoms of such a burn include redness and a burning sensation near the burn site. While these symptoms may present themselves...

Arkansas car owners might be interested in learning more about a recent study that discovered a series of serious injuries associated with a commonplace chemical used by truck and car washes. On. Aug 21, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a review...

Researchers at a medical school have developed an innovative nanotechnology that has been shown to enhance the healing process of burns. Scientists created a system that releases the biological molecule nitric oxide in combination with a healing action that helps...

As many Arkansas residents know, burns can cause significant personal damage and may happen during seasonal activities or due to an accident. Seeking treatment and knowing about the necessary steps to take after the burn occurs may lessen its harmful effects.The...

When someone suffers a burn, the severity of the injury can vary. Arkansas residents may want to understand the types of burns that can occur because serious burns need prompt medical attention. Burns range in degree from first to third, and first-degree burns are the...