Citation

Hammig BJ, Ogletree RJ. Am. J. Health Behav. 2006; 30(3): 259-267.

Affiliation

Department of Health Education and Recreation, Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, IL 62901, USA. bhammig@siu.edu

Copyright

(Copyright © 2006, PNG Publications)

DOI

10.5555/ajhb.2006.30.3.259

PMID

16712440

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: To determine the magnitude and causes of unintentional burn injuries attributed to hot objects or substances among children aged birth to 4 years in the United States. METHODS: Data were obtained from the National Hospital Ambulatory Medical Care System. RESULTS: Annually, 78,000 infants and toddlers were treated in ambulatory care settings for injuries due to contact with a hot object or substance. Hot foods, curling irons, or clothing irons were the main causes of burns. CONCLUSIONS: Due to the varied causes of burns, a combination of health education and product design interventions are likely necessary to prevent these injuries.

Language: en