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Preventing Burns at Home: Temperature Indicator Labels for Radiators, Appliances, and Hot Surfaces

Burns from hot surfaces in the home are one of the most common causes of accidental injury, particularly among young children and older adults. Radiators, heated towel rails, kitchen appliances, hot water pipes, and cooking equipment all present burn risks that are easily overlooked in familiar domestic environments — precisely because they are familiar. Temperature indicator labels provide a simple, low-cost, maintenance-free way to make these hazards visible, particularly in households with yo