7 Signs You Should Call 911 Right Away (And 5 False Alarms)

DON’T CALL: Minor burns

Burns are always a reason of concern because they can lead to other infections, external or internal bleeding, as well as other medical complications.

And the worst part is that anything can cause minor to extreme burns: cooking, chemicals, electrical currents and even hot pavement can lead to severe injuries.

However, if you have minor burns, you can call your doctor’s office to receive guidance on how you should care for your injury.

ATTENTION! If you or another person are in one of the following situations, do call 911 as soon as possible:

• Smoke inhalation
• Burns larger than the palm of your hand
• Burns caused by a fire

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