(Reading time: 1 - 2 minutes) TwitterFirst-aid for burns! First, second and third degree burns - Image credit: WikiCommons Lag B'Omer is just days away and every year there is some careless behaviour around the bonfire. The tendency to place all kinds of tinder on the fire as well as treated wood, plastic and anything that will burn can result in flying embers. Make sure there is a responsible adult present at the Lag B'Omer bonfire who can administer some fireside first-aid if necessary. How to treat burns in children Have quick access to emergency services. Here are the numbers... There are three types of burns. They are all painfull and damage the skin and surrounding tissue but all need to be treated differently. First-degree burns, such as sunburns are minor and heal quickly. First-degree burns result in reddened skin. Second-degree burns are serious injuries that require medical attention. Symptoms of second-degree burns include blistered and peeling skin. Third-degree burns are severe and require immediate, professional medical attention. You will likely notice dry/charred, white, yellow or bright red tissue. Although the severely burned area may not be blistered, it often is surrounded by blistered areas. Burn first aid Stop the burning process. Run cool water over the burn. Do not use ice directly on the burn wound. Do not apply home remedies/ointments. Cover the burn with a clean bandage or cloth. Take Paracetamol, Ibuprofen or Acetaminophen for pain. Seek medical attention if needed. PrevNext I am eligible for a coronavirus vaccination. Where can I get one? O... Instructions for getting the flu vaccination from Kupat Holim - Israel... Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) & its impact on fa... Israel health funds do coronavirus testing for travelers going abroad.... Calling the Israel Ministry of Health (MOH) - contact information in E... 10 places and activities that might increase the risk of catching the ... Who qualifies for coronavirus testing in Israel? With resources at te... Must have Israel apps for Coronavirus - Covid 19. Hamagen 2 The Isra... Just published by the Israel Ministry of Health - Rules of conduct. H... Stress less! Managing your anxiety and stress in Covid-19 Coronavirus ... Fluoridation in Israel's drinking water. A question commonly asked by... First-aid for burns! First, second and third degree burns - Image c... The 2018 measles outbreak in Israel. The latest update. Almost a year... Reviving Someone Who Has Drowned or Swallowed Water Whether in publ... Tofes 17 - Form 17 The Hitchayvut - התחייבות - Health Fund Payment Au... The Israel Poison Information Center at Rambam Hospital - 24/7. Hebre... Ministry of Health Suggested Childhood Vaccinations & Immunization... Magen David Adom - Donating Blood World Blood Donor Day - Today Mage... First Aid & Attending to a Stab Wound. Ari Fuld z"l, this article... How much should you be drinking to prevent summer dehydration? Recomme... Israel's Mental Health Reform Hebrew - בריאות הנפש In accordance w... Israel's Emergency Medical Assistance & Services Tr... How Organ Donation & Transplant Works in Israel Hebrew: תרומת והש... Patient's Bill of Rights Act in Israel. Do you know your medical... Home-visits, House-calls & Emergency Medical Servi... Israel's National Health Insurance Law Hebrew: חוק ביטוח בריאות ממלכת... Kupat Holim - Upgrading to a Superior Health Plan Hebrew: שירותי בר... Family Health Clinic - Tipat Halav The Family Health Clinic - Tipat H... Israel's Dental Care Options Health Fund or private clinics? Wh... How to change from one Health-Fund (Kupat Holim) to another Hebrew: א... What's in and out for 2018? The Israel basket of health services - Sa... Israel's Public Hospitals & Medical Centers Hebrew: בתי חולים ציב... How do I fill a prescription for my meds in Israel? The Health Ba... Making a Doctor's Appointment & Fees in Israel Hebrew: תורים לרופ... Health-care options for non-residents of Israel Hebrew: ביטוח רפואי ו... Calling the Israel Ambulance service and entitlements. Emergency Tele... Choosing a Health Fund in Israel - Kupat Holim Hebrew: קופות החולים ב... Registering for a Health Fund (Kupat Holim) in Israel Hebrew: רישום ל...