Resources
We review the literature to establish what the evidence supports, then write it up separately for caregivers and for clinicians. Every resource carries its references and its review dates.
When a child is hurt
Burns
Cooling the burn under cool running water for 20 minutes can reduce the risk of needing surgical treatment such as a skin graft. This guide covers step-by-step first aid, along with when to call 119 and when it's a good idea to go to the hospital.
Dental injuryIn preparation
Published once review is complete.
Head injuryIn preparation
Published once review is complete.
Facial cutsIn preparation
Published once review is complete.
Mouth injuryIn preparation
Published once review is complete.
Before it happens
HelmetsIn preparation
Published once review is complete.
Eye protectionIn preparation
Published once review is complete.
MouthguardsIn preparation
Published once review is complete.
Principles
Resources on this site are for general information and do not replace diagnosis or treatment for any individual. In an emergency, call 119 or go to the nearest emergency department.
Every resource carries its references, its publication date, its last review date and the date of the next scheduled review. Medical information changes over time. Drafts that have not completed review are not published.
The caregiver version uses plain language and clear actions. The clinician version states scope and limitations. Both are written from a single evidence review, so they do not contradict each other.
We do not publish the names of individual authors or reviewers. These resources are issued as the reviewed position of the organization, not as personal opinion.
Educational content is provided under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. Reviewed material should not be edited and recirculated in another context. Where a translation is needed, EM-I-CLEAR provides a reviewed translation directly — write to [email protected].
