Injury Prevention: A Public Health Concern for India

Authors

  • R Lakhan Doctoral Candidate in Epidemiology, School of Health Science, College of Public Service, Jackson State University, 350, West Woodrow Wilson Drive, Jackson, MS 39213

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3126/nje.v3i3.9189

Abstract

The poor implementation of traffic rules & regulations, heterogeneous mixed traffic, poorly designed roads, traffic vehicles, increasing speed, poor use of protective device such as helmet, drinking and driving, poor visibility, and poor trauma care are a major concern in reducing the prevalence of injuries and related outcome5. Looking at the magnitude of the problems, strong public health emphasis is needed in the areas of research, policy development, community education and awareness, and the health care system in India.  

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.3126/nje.v3i3.9189

Nepal Journal of Epidemiology 2013;3(3): 275-276

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2013-09-30

How to Cite

Lakhan, R. (2013). Injury Prevention: A Public Health Concern for India. Nepal Journal of Epidemiology, 3(3), 275–276. https://doi.org/10.3126/nje.v3i3.9189

Issue

Vol. 3 No. 3 (2013)

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Letters to the Editor

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