An accident is an unexpected event, typically sudden in nature and associated with injury, loss, or harm. Accidents are a standard feature of the human experience and end in injury or permanent disability to large numbers of people worldwide every year. Many accidents also involve damage to or loss of property. It can occur anywhere, including within the home, during transportation, within the hospital, on the sports field, or in the workplace. With appropriate safety precautions and awareness of one’s actions and environment, many road traffic accidents are often avoided or prevented.
Road traffic accidents (RTAs) have emerged as a crucial public health issue that needs to be tackle by a multi-disciplinary approach. The trend in RTA injuries and death is becoming alarming in countries like India. The number of fatal and disabling road accidents happening is increasing day by day and maybe a real public health challenge for all the concerned agencies to prevent.
Some Facts on Road Traffic Accidents
- Road traffic accidents injures or disables between 20 million and 50 million people a year.
3)Ranks as the 11th leading cause of death and account for 2.1% of all deaths globally.
4)90% of the road accidents deaths occur in low-income and middle-income countries.
5)More than half of all Road accidents deaths among young adults between 15 and 44 years of age and 73% of all the road accidents fatalities are males.
6)The most vulnerable road users are pedestrians, cyclists, two-wheeler riders, and passengers on public transport.
7)Road traffic accidents injuries are becoming the third-largest contributor to the global burden of diseases by 2024.
8)Road traffic accidents deaths are predicted to increase by 83% in developing countries and to decrease by 27% in developed countries.
Conclusion on Accidents
In conclusion, following the road rules, avoiding excessive speeds and
improved general awareness can significantly reduce the danger of a road traffic
accident. Regularly checking vehicle health and maintenance of parts also
eliminates any potential risks. And most significantly, don’t use mobile
phones while driving.
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