Healthcare
Burn-related hospitalizations of children rose 35% this year at Hospital D. Estefânia
Between January and October 2026, 97 children were hospitalized at Hospital D. Estefânia due to burns, a 35% increase compared to the same period in 2025. Approximately 68% of these cases involved children under four years old, with 85% of injuries caused by hot liquids, primarily occurring in domestic settings.
Why it matters
If you are a parent or caregiver, take extra precautions in the home as most injuries occur from everyday items like hot beverages, irons, and stove surfaces, which often cause severe injuries requiring long hospital stays.Useful?
