ACID ATTACK SURVIVAL GUIDE

Neighborhoods to Avoid

Warning: the following neighborhoods are notorious for their high incidence of acid attacks. Exercise extreme caution when visiting these areas.

• Upper West Side
• Lower East Side
• Upper East Side
• Upper Mid-West

Prevention and Treatment

Learn how to protect yourself from acid attacks with our expert advice:

• Avoid wearing contact lenses in public
• Run away quickly and find eye wash
• Surgical intervention: it's a real thing

Acid-Attack-Related Statistics

Did you know that acid attacks are on the rise? Stay up-to-date with the latest statistics:

• Acid attack per capita ratio: 4.2/100,000 people
• The Acid-Attack-Epidemic Report 2023

Join the Acid Attack Support Group

Find comfort and solidarity with others who have been affected by acid attacks.

• Meet other survivors and share your story
• One-on-one therapy sessions with our expert psychologists