articleHealth Science ReportsMay 1, 2023GOLD OA

Road traffic accidental injuries and deaths: A neglected global health issue

University of Raparin · Ras al-Khaimah Medical and Health Sciences University · +5 more institutions

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Abstract

Across the world, traffic accidents cause major health problems and are of concern to health institutions; nearly 1.35 million people are killed or disabled in traffic accidents every year. In 2019, 93% of road traffic injury-related mortality occurred in low- and middle-income countries with an estimated burden of 1.3 million deaths. This issue is growing; by 2030, road traffic injuries will be the seventh leading cause of death globally. The present report highlights an overview of road traffic accidents, accidental injuries, and deaths, associated risk factors, important precautions, safety rules, and counteracting management strategies. In modern cultures, road accidents are a major source of death and…

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Keywords
  • Accidental
  • Road traffic
  • Environmental health
  • Occupational safety and health
  • Injury prevention
  • Public health
  • Poison control
  • Suicide prevention
UN Sustainable Development Goals
  • Good health and well-being
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