Domestic violence burns more severe than from accidents, Australian research finds

Exclusive: Data shows 100 Australian women admitted to specialist units in 2009-2022 as result of DV but researchers say this is likely an underestimate

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Burns suffered by women in domestic violence attacks are often more severe, deeper and lead to worse outcomes than those suffering accidental burns, according to new research.

The Burns Registry of Australia and New Zealand (Branz), Australia's top burns datacentre, found that while almost 100 Australian women had been admitted to specialist units as a result of domestic violence between 2009 and 2022, it was likely a significant underestimation.

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