Burns and wounds are among the most common injuries in everyday life, yet few people feel prepared to treat them properly.

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Understanding these types of burns can help in proper treatment and care. After administering first aid, several steps can be followed to help a wound heal and prevent infection.

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Also, ensure to keep the wound moist, not dry. For first-degree burns, which don’t involve open wounds, apply a natural, soothing moisturizer like aloe vera to freshly cleaned skin.

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A babysitter was arrested after a toddler suffered second and third-degree burns, according to authorities.

Second-degree burns, also known as partial-thickness burns, involve injury to the epidermis and the dermis, which are the underlying layers of skin.