Road accidents: a third burden of ‘disease’ in sub-Saharan Africa
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- 1 December 2013
- journal article
- Published by SAGE Publications in Global Health Promotion
- Vol. 20 (4) , 52-55
Abstract
Road traffic injuries (RTIs) continue to be a major cause of death and disability throughout low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). The aim of this commentary is highlight some of the major causes of RTIs in sub-Saharan Africa and suggests strategies for better road safety as well as suggestions on how to reduce road accidents in LMICs.Keywords
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