Burn injuries are frequent in Nepal. Here are 13 tips for first aid

A burn is tissue damage caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, sunlight, or nuclear radiation. According to a survey report published in 2015, burn is the third most common cause of injury in Nepal followed by fall injuries and road traffic accidents. Most burns in Nepal are caused due to hot liquid and/or hot objects, and an open fire or explosion. In any type of burn to minimise its harms, it is very crucial to know the first aid treatment for burns.

Therefore, here, we list some first aid tips for treating burns: