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Minor Burns: First Aid & Care: How It Works, Explained Simply

Most small burns can be treated at home. Cool running water helps in the first few minutes. A fact-checked patient-education video about minor burns: first aid & care — educational only, not medical advice.

Video Transcript

Most small burns can be treated at home. Cool running water helps in the first few minutes. After cooling, a clean, loose cover protects the skin. Blisters are best left alone, not popped. Urgent care can help with blisters, or burns on the hands or face. Large, deep, or chemical burns all mean the emergency room, or 911. A small burn usually heals well with simple care.

This video is educational only and is not medical advice. Every patient is different — talk to your provider about your specific situation.

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