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Explore tools and resources designed to support education, advocacy, and research in burn prevention — from safety legislation updates to data-driven recommendations.


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Burn Incidence & Treatment in the U.S. Fact Sheet

See the latest national burn data.

Get an overview of burn injuries in the United States — including how often they occur, who is most affected, and how they’re treated. Helpful for education, advocacy, and grant writing.


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Position Statement on Home Oxygen Use

Understand fire safety with home oxygen.

Patients using medical oxygen at home face a higher risk of burns and fires. Learn key safety recommendations and why smoking around oxygen is especially dangerous.


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Portable Fuel Container Act

Supporting safer container design.

Flame jetting injuries often happen when liquid fuel is poured from small portable containers. Discover how federal legislation helps make fuel containers safer.


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ABA Advocacy Highlights

Promoting policies to prevent burn injuries.

See how the American Burn Association works to advance burn prevention and care — through legislative action, coalition partnerships, and public awareness campaigns.


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Database Summary: Possible Sources for Obtaining Burn Data 

Explore national and global data resources that support burn research, education, and advocacy.


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These databases help researchers, healthcare teams, and policymakers understand who is affected, where risks are highest, and how prevention efforts can make an impact. 

Disclaimer and Usage 

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The materials on this page, ameriburn.org/prevention/burn-prevention-fact-sheets/education-data-and-advocacy-tools, are the property of the American Burn Association (ABA) and are protected by U.S. and international copyright laws. These fact sheets may be reproduced, shared, and distributed without charge for non-commercial, educational purposes. Co-branding with your organization's name or logo is permitted; however, the ABA logo may not be removed, altered, or replaced without prior written permission from the American Burn Association.

These materials are provided for educational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The ABA assumes no responsibility for any injury or damage.