South African Burn Society

19/02/2026

Our first SABS Webinar on 11 March is on Fluid Resuscitation in Burns - One of the most important aspects of acute burn care. Join us for this Webinar hosted by Dr Nikki Allorto and an expert panel. Register via saburnsociety@gmail.com

19/02/2026

The South African Burn Society is excited to announce a series of Webinars aimed at all practitioners involved in burns care🔥 Hosted by some the leading minds in burns care in South Africa and abroad. Join SABS now for free access to the full series of webinars. R500/annum for Doctors and R100/annum for all Allied Health Practitioners

16/11/2025

Day 2 of the South African Burn Society Conference ❤️

15/11/2025

SABS Conference day 1 🔥

15/11/2025

13/11/2025

ONE DAY TO GO! 😎

Register here: https://saburnconference.co.za/registration.html

18/10/2025

One month to go!

Register here: https://saburnconference.co.za/registration.html

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14/09/2025

Good news!!

Our abstract submission date has been extended! 🧡

If you would like to submit your abstract for the conference: https://saburnconference.co.za/submitabstract.html

02/08/2025

Abstract submission is open for the 2025 SABS Burns Conference!

🌍 https://saburnconference.co.za

25/05/2025

Last weekend the SABS team presented our first EMSB trainers’ course in many years.

We are proud to say we have 15 additional EMSB trainers!

We are looking forward to hosting many more EMSB courses in the future and improve burn care in South Africa! 🔥

15/05/2025

SAVE THE DATE

For the South African Burns Society’s conference!

Taking place on the 14-16th of November 2025

📍Pretoria

Theme: Blooming Together- shaping the future of Burn Care

06/05/2025

BURNS FIRST AID

1. Stop the Burning Process
• Remove the person from the source of the burn (fire, hot liquid, electricity, etc.).
• Ensure the area is safe for you and the injured person.

2. Cool the Burn
• Run cool (not cold) water over the burn for 10–20 minutes.
• Alternatively, apply a cool, wet cloth.
• Do not use ice — it can damage the skin further.

3. Remove Tight Items
• Gently remove jewelry, clothing, or shoes from the area before it swells.
• Do not remove anything stuck to the burn.

4. Protect the Burn
• Cover with a clean, non-stick, dry dressing, sterile cloth or clean plastic like cling wrap
• Avoid using fluffy cotton or adhesive bandages directly on the burn.

5. Relieve Pain
• Use over-the-counter pain relievers such as:
• Paracetamol
• Follow dosage instructions on the packaging.

6. Seek medical advice
• Go to your local clinic, GP or accident and emergency unit so that the burn can be properly assessed and treated.

❌ Do NOT ❌
• Do not apply butter, toothpaste, oils, or ice.
• Do not pop blisters.