Q&A: University Health System trauma doctor discusses precautions to prevent burns from occurring with children
SAN ANTONIO In our KSAT Community spotlight this month, Safe Kids San Antonio led by University Health System helps prevent injuries and death in kids 18 years of age and younger. Each year serious burns are a top reason children are rushed to the University Health System Trauma Center for medical treatment. Dr. Chris Crane, a University Health trauma doctor who specializes in treating pediatric burn patients discusses where in the home children are most at risk of being burned. Test the bathwater before placing a child in the water and dont allow small children to turn on the faucets themselves. Shown below are helpful handouts to keep at home for safety reminders:KSAT Community operates in partnership with University Health System, Energy Transfer and Randolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union.
Heatstroke safety tips: Call 911 if you see a child or a pet in distress locked inside vehicle
SAN ANTONIO If you come across a pet or a child alone in a vehicle, its important to act fast. Childrens bodies just cannot acclimate to extreme temperatures the way that adults can, unfortunately, it can happen so fast for our kids, said Jennifer Northway, a representative for University Health System. When we see a child or a pet locked in a vehicle and they are in distress, we need to call 911 immediately.Important heatstroke tips:A car can heat up 19 degrees within 10 minutes; and cracking a window doesnt help. Keep car doors and trunks locked and keep key fobs out of reach, so kids cant climb into cars on their own. Related:Important summer safety tips to help keep kids safeKSAT Community operates in partnership with University Health System, Energy Transfer and Randolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union.
Important summer safety tips to help keep kids safe
SAN ANTONIO KSAT Community is highlighting Safe Kids San Antonio led by University Health System, which helps prevent injuries and death in kids 18 years of age and younger with its dedicated and caring staff, operational support and other resources to assist in achieving our common goal, keeping kids safe. To help keep children safe this summer, University Health System has listed COVID-related concerns and tips for prevention about important summer safety topics, including heatstroke, water safety, safety around cars and scald prevention. Keep car doors and trunks locked and keep key fobs out of reach, so kids cant climb into cars on their own. Designate a Water Watcher to watch kids when they are in or around water, without being distracted. To learn more about Safe Kids San Antonio, click here.