Hindustan Times·Health

Diwali burns: Follow the 20-minute rule, avoid ice

Summarised by Spiced Kopi · 07 November 2026, 12:45 UTC ·9 sec listen

For Diwali burns, a surgeon recommends cooling the injury under running water for twenty minutes and avoiding ice, which can worsen tissue damage. The guide also highlights first-aid mistakes to avoid and when to seek medical care.

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