Minor burns are a common occurrence, and from cooking to gathering around a fire, health experts say the holiday season sees an annual uptick in emergency room visits. But before you rush to the ...

Now that fall's chill has arrived, it's time for backyard fire pits and weekend campfires. If your bakyard is too small to hold a fire pit, find a friend. But first, (there's always something) you ...

Burns need quick care to prevent damage. Experts suggest rinsing with water, using sterile dressings, and caution against using butter or toothpaste on burns.

Second-degree burns occur when heat, chemicals, light, or electricity damage the first two layers of your skin. The appearance of a second-degree burn sets them apart from a less severe first-degree ...

Dear Doctors: I burned myself on the stove, but it didn’t look bad so I wasn’t worried. The next morning, the skin had turned red and the burn was all swollen. What’s the right way to take care of a ...