Burns & scalds
Burns and scalds are the fifth leading cause of death in the European Union for children. Young children are especially vulnerable to burns and scalds because their skin is thinner than adults and can suffer serious burns more quickly. For more facts on burns and scalds, see our factsheets below.
- Factsheet: Childhood burns and scalds (PDF 584kb)
- Tipsheet: Keeping children safe at home (PDF 593kb)
- Position statement on tap water scalds
Related resources
Current EU national level policy on burns and scalds
Further charts are available in the Child Safety Report Card 2009: Europe Summary for 24 Countries(PDF 6.6mb).
Good practices for prevention: proven effective prevention measures
This chart is taken from the Child Safety Good Practice Guide.
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