Health Tip: Preventing Child Burns
(HealthDay News) -- Every day, more than 300 children are treated in emergency rooms for burn-related injuries, says the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
To help prevent your child from being burned, the CDC suggests:
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Install and maintain smoke alarms at home.
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Supervise children's use of stoves, ovens and microwaves.
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Set your water heater's thermostat to under 120 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Never leave food unattended on the stove.
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Have a fire escape plan.
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