23 patients admitted for pavement burns at University Medical Center's Burn Care Center due to hot surface injuries amid record temperatures.
Local hospitals report a sharp rise in burn admissions due to hot surface injuries amid record temperatures. With a heatwave ongoing, experts advise being vigilant when planning outdoor activities and wearing shoes to avoid burns from hot surfaces. In June, University Medical Center's Burn Care Center saw 23 patients admitted for pavement burns, up from 3 in the same month last year.
July 09, 2024
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