A little more than a year ago, on a trip to Nairobi, Kenya, some colleagues and I met a 12-year-old Masai boy named Richard Turere, who told us a fascinating story. His family raises livestock on the ...

You can treat most minor or first-degree burns at home with remedies such as cool water, cool compresses, and aloe vera. Medical treatments may be necessary for other burns. Here’s what to do if you ...