Burns Surgeon Warns To Check Hot Water Bottles For This 1 Sign To Prevent Scalds

A 61% rise in children with injuries from hot water bottles has been reported by The Queen Victoria Hospital in East Grinstead, with older bottles being more likely to burst and cause burns. The NHS advises checking the manufacturing date on hot water bottles and following safety measures such as not using boiling water, filling only three-quarters full, and replacing bottles every two years to prevent accidents. Other tips include expelling air before sealing, wrapping the bottle in a towel, and avoiding use alongside electric blankets, with a reminder that these items should never be used for babies.

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