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Hot water bottles were invented in 1903 by Eduard Penkala. His design featured a hollow rubber bag that could be filled with warm water. Oddly, before it was made of rubber, it was made of copper or brass, which caused numerous injuries and burns. In contrast, Katie Piper shared that rubber hot water bottles are seemingly just as dangerous, particularly if the product has expired.
Katie Piper Issues a Warning
Katie Piper has made a name for herself, turning her tragedy into a lucrative success that has also helped create a brighter world for burn victims. More than a decade ago, she suffered chemical burns by someone who was paid by someone who was once very close to her. Despite the trauma of her experience, she started a foundation intended to offer support and resources to other burn victims. A recent announcement from the Katie Piper foundation is regarding the hot water bottle. The foundation’s Instagram page shared an alarming post highlighting the importance of keeping track of the hot water bottle’s expiration date. As failure to do so can result in severe burns and injury.
The Katie Piper Foundation warning came after someone shared their story on the foundation’s Instagram page. “With the colder weather now upon us I urge you to please check the dates on your hot water bottles! I didn’t keep an eye on mine and unfortunately ended up In Chelmsford Hospital Intensive Care and Burns Unit for a month due to mine bursting on me.” Explained the user. “I will not fully recover for up to two years and possibly live with scars to my stomach and thighs for the rest of my life. I would hate for this to happen to anyone else. CHECK YOUR DATES!”
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