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Burn Prevention Network (BPN) recently expanded the Home Safe Home hospital-based program for new mothers to the mother/baby, PICU and NICU units of Commonwealth Health Moses Taylor hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network Hazelton, Lehigh Valley Health Network Pocono, and Lehigh Valley Health Network Schuylkill. This unique program has been operating in Lehigh Valley hospitals for […]

🎄🔥 Holiday Fire & Burn Safety Resources 🔥🎄 The holidays are a time for joy, celebration, and family, but they can also bring unique fire and burn risks. To help you keep your loved ones safe this season, we’ve created a collection of ready-to-use social media posts packed with tips and reminders. From Christmas tree […]

Burn Prevention Network (BPN) is thrilled to welcome Kyla Bender as the new Prevention Outreach Coordinator for Lehigh, Northampton, Berks and Carbon Counties! Kyla brings a wealth of experience, a passion for education, and a deep connection to the local community that make her an excellent addition to the BPN team. Kyla’s journey with BPN […]

Did you know Thanksgiving is the #1 day for house fires in the U.S.? Between cooking mishaps, crowded kitchens, and unattended stoves, the risk is higher than ever. We are thankful to partner with our fire friends to provide safety information to the community. Please feel free to use these social media posts on your […]

We are thrilled to welcome Channel Kearse to the Burn Prevention Network family as our new Outreach Coordinator for Northeast Pennsylvania! With a strong background in community development and a passion for connecting with others, Channel brings energy and experience to her new role. A Journey Rooted in Community  Channel’s journey to BPN began with […]

As the fire burning on Blue Mountain in Lehigh Township, PA, reminds us, burn bans are more than just rules — they’re crucial measures that help protect our environment, homes, and lives. But what exactly is a burn ban, and why are they so essential? A burn ban is a legal restriction that temporarily prohibits […]

Burn Prevention Network staff, volunteers, campers, and their families are BLOWN AWAY by the outpouring of support of Camp Susquehanna, a program of the Burn Prevention Network which provides in-person summer camp and year-round activities for kids who have been seriously burned. Burn Prevention Network offers this camp experience to children and their families at […]

While tedious paperwork, double-checking numbers, adhering to compliance rules, and meticulously inputting gifts into databases might not seem like the most enjoyable parts of Burn Prevention Network’s mission, we recognize that being financially accountable to donors is crucial to our mission of reducing the risk of burns and empowering burn survivors. BPN staff enjoy watching […]

The Burn Prevention Network (BPN) recently appointed three new members to its board of directors. Those joining the board are Ariel Aballay, MD, FACS – Medical Director of the West Penn Burn Center, Allegheny Health Network; Emily Goldman, MSW, LSW, a burn survivor and social worker; and Vanessa Hartline, Director of Cash Management at PPL […]

Meet the Woelkers Family, where volunteering is a cherished tradition! Mickey and Leo Woelkers have been dedicated volunteers at Camp Susquehanna for many years. Leo, affectionately known as our “Chauffeur,” and Mickey, an integral part of our Fun Squad, imparting knowledge in our science sessions. Leo also serves as a valuable member of the BPN […]