Treating a Burn Share on facebook Share on twitter Share on email When you burn yourself, remove the heat source immediately.Cool the burn with cool, not cold, running water for 3-5 minutes.Cover the burn with a clean dry cloth.Get medical help if the burn involves your face, hands, genitalia, or major joints.To learn more about treating a burn, visit the American Burn Association’s website at https://bit.ly/2WZsYoW.