Blog

Courage is something that lives in our hearts, not in our minds. If you want proof, talk to Elliye and Miles, two siblings who literally walked through fire to save others. Their story reveals an extraordinary capacity within the human spirit to manifest courage almost beyond comprehension. On the night of January 12th, 2022, their […]

For over two decades, Marcia Levinson, previous director of Burn Prevention Network’s Camp Susquehanna, dedicated herself to a remarkable mission: to foster an environment where young burn survivors could not only find solace and have fun but also learn to enhance their self-image and personal development. Her visionary leadership and unwavering commitment left a lasting […]

In anticipation of the 2023 Fourth of July holiday, Burn Prevention Network ran Celebrate Safely PA, a statewide public health awareness campaign to educate the public about consumer firework safety and to reduce the number of consumer fireworks-related injuries. Each year, Burn Prevention Network partners with fire departments across the Commonwealth of PA, local governments […]

¡Durante esta divertida actividad, hablará con sus hijos sobre lo que necesita para estar seguro bajo el sol! Materiales necesitados: • Libros para colorear  • Materiales de arte (crayones, marcadores, calcomanías, purpurina, etc.) Pasos para realizar la Actividad: Pregúntele a su hijo qué necesita la persona para estar segura afuera bajo el sol. (Bloqueador solar, […]

Diversión de verano… ¡Con seguridad! Los días cálidos de verano están sobre nosotros y puede ser maravilloso para nuestros hijos pasar tiempo al aire libre al aire libre. ¡También es importante asegurarse de que estén disfrutando de su tiempo al aire libre de manera segura! Aquí hay algunos consejos simples para mantener a su familia […]

During this fun activity, you will talk with your children about what you need to be safe in the sun! Materials Needed: • Coloring page  • Art supplies (crayons, markers, stickers, glitter, etc.) Steps to do the Activity: Ask your child what the person needs to be safe outside in the sun. (Sunscreen, hat, shirt). […]

Summer Fun…Safely! Warm, summer days are upon us and can be so wonderful for our children to spend time outdoors in the fresh air.  It’s also important to make sure they are enjoying their time outside safely! Here are some simple tips to keep your family safe from too much exposure to the suns harmful […]

Motherhood is an extraordinary journey filled with love, joy, and immense challenges. For Christina, a long-time donor, supporter, and volunteer for Burn Prevention Network and Camp Susquehanna, the path of motherhood took an unexpected turn when her daughter Lyla suffered a scald injury at the age of two. This unfortunate incident occurred just eight days […]

The Burn Prevention Network (BPN) and Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) have teamed up to launch the newly designed Home Safe Home program, which educates new parents about fire and burn safety for young children. The program provides an educational video for mothers who have just given birth in any LVHN hospital. The improved Home […]

Burn Prevention Network (BPN), a Lehigh Valley-based nonprofit dedicated to reducing the risk of burns and empowering burn survivors, has appointed two new members to its board of directors. Those joining the board are Luis Puentes, MBA MA BSN, President of Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) – Hecktown Oaks campus, and Rafael de la Hoz, […]