Answers are grounded in this paper and cite their sources.
Based on a 1974-1975 survey of hospital records in upstate New York, we estimate that 347 tap water burns will require inpatient treatment annually, with children and the elderly at increased risk. The number and severity of burns from tap water makes them an important prevention priority. Reducing the temperature of household hot water supplies could be a practical and effective prevention measure.
No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.
Baptiste et al. (1980) studied this question.
Synapse has enriched 10 related papers. Consider them for comparative context: