An overview of burn injuries
Although a burn can be a serious event, most result in minor injuries that will heal with time. Common types of minor burns that occur to Missouri residents include contact with a hot iron, contact with hot water or accidentally touching a hot stove. Although it may sound counterintuitive, it is possible to suffer a […]
Read MoreThe psychology of burn injuries
Severe burns are among the most life-changing injuries a person can suffer. Burns are incredible painful, can cause severe disfigurement and often stem from traumatic events that make emotional recovery a long-term process. If your loved one suffered a serious burn, understanding the psychological impact their injury may cause can be helpful and allow you […]
Read MoreRisk of burn injuries prompts recall of children’s pajamas
There are many things that St. Louis, Missouri, parents need to be aware of where their children are involved. One thing that many probably don’t spend much time thinking about is how safe their pajamas are. As it turns out, if not treated properly during manufacturing, a child’s pajamas could put them at risk for […]
Read MoreCould temperature sensitive lids reduce beverage scaldings?
Many residents of St. Louis, Missouri, likely remember the personal injury lawsuit filed against McDonalds over two decades ago, by a woman who was seriously burned when the coffee bought via the restaurant’s drive thru spilled on her. The woman prevailed and the restaurant lowered the temperature that it serves the beverage. Despite the warnings […]
Read MoreClaimants agree to settlement in gas can explosions
Burns are some of the most horrendous injuries a person can experience. Burn victims often require ongoing treatment for years to come, not to mention the excruciating pain they experience. Injuries can include first-, second-, or third-degree burns, disfigurement, amputations, scarring and even death. A group of claimants involved in a suit with Walmart and […]
Read MoreAnnual conference focuses on healing from burns
When someone is injured in an accident, how quickly and the extent to which they will heal varies depending on the circumstances surrounding the incident. While no injury is desirable, burns are some of the most difficult to recover from. In addition to taking a long time to heal, the injuries are painful, both physically […]
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