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Area of Science:

  • Emergency Medicine
  • Public Health
  • Environmental Health

Context:

  • Many Moroccans lack modern home heating solutions.
  • Traditional heating methods, like the "majmer" (traditional barbecue), are frequently used.
  • Indoor use of these devices is common in enclosed living spaces.

Purpose:

  • To report on severe limb burn cases resulting from indoor "majmer" use.
  • To raise awareness about the specific dangers associated with this traditional heating method.
  • To investigate the circumstances and severity of these injuries.

Summary:

  • Six cases of severe limb burns were observed.
  • The burns were characterized by their mode of occurrence and severity.
  • The "majmer" was identified as the cause in all cases due to indoor heating.

Impact:

  • Highlights the critical need for public health education on safe heating practices.
  • Underscores the risks associated with traditional heating methods in modern contexts.
  • Informs potential interventions to prevent thermal injuries in vulnerable populations.