Mt. Carmel receives grant Mar 5, 2008
Unintentional injuries account for more than 1,000 deaths each year in Kansas making it the fifth leading cause of death overall and the number one cause of death for Kansans younger than 44. "Our desire to become certified as the only Level III Trauma Center in southeast Kansas is another way in which we're working to continually improve our quality of care," said Jonathan Davis, President/CEO of Mt. Carmel. (SunOnline)
Children Who Do Not Get Enough Sleep Sustain More Injuries Feb 23, 2008
Christina Koulouglioti, Robert Cole, Harriet Kitzman (2008) Inadequate Sleep and Unintentional Injuries in Young Children. Public Health Nursing 25 (2) ,(March/April 2008) 106 114 doi:10. (Science Daily)
Increased Life Expectancy May Mean Lower Fertility Feb 18, 2008
17, 2007) Reductions in the death rate from homicide, HIV disease, unintentional injuries -- and among women, heart disease -- have contributed to narrowing the life expectancy gap between blacks and whites in. . (Science Daily)
Gap In Health Rates Between Socioeconomic Classes Unchanged, Study Finds Jan 3, 2008
17, 2007) Reductions in the death rate from homicide, HIV disease, unintentional injuries -- and among women, heart disease -- have contributed to narrowing the life expectancy gap between blacks and whites in. (Oct. (Science Daily)
State reports good news: Most youths have not considered suicide Nov 28, 2007
Year-by-year figures for suicidal thoughts were contained in charts alongside the other data for unintentional injuries; tobacco, alcohol and drug use; sexual behavior; and for nutrition, weight and physical activity. According to those chart numbers, the percentage of high school students who reported making suicidal plans within the previous year was 19 percent in 1997, then plunged to 13. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
Late preemies at risk Nov 14, 2007
The leading causes of death in babies are congenital malformations, sudden infant death syndrome, unintentional injuries from falls and motor vehicle crashes, heart disease, birth asphyxia (a baby does not receive enough oxygen before, during or just after birth), influenza and homicide. Dr. Petrini noted that the leading cause of death is congenital malformations and it is not clear that carrying a baby to term would change those outcomes. (Globe and Mail)
Substance Abuse Prevalence Among Teens Is High Nov 7, 2007
"Substance use is associated with the leading causes of death among U.S. teenagers: unintentional injuries, homicides and suicides." Depression, conduct disorder and unplanned sexual activity are also associated with substance use. John R. Knight, M.D., of Harvard Medical School and Children's Hospital Boston, and colleagues administered a substance abuse screening test consisting of six questions focused on the use of alcohol or other drugs and risky behavior to 2,133 adolescents age 12 to 18... (Science Daily)
Teens Often Screen Positive for Substance Use Nov 7, 2007
Drug and alcohol use is associated with the top causes of death among U.S. teenagers: unintentional injuries, homicides, and suicides, Dr. John R. Knight of Harvard Medical School and Children's Hospital, Boston, and colleagues also point out. The researchers administered a substance abuse screening test to 2,133 adolescents between 12 and 18 years old who made a well or sick visit to their doctor. (MEDLINEplus)
Make Halloween spooky but safe for your kids Oct 30, 2007
"If a costume is too long, kids will be tripping or falling when going up steps." In fact, the National Safety Council reports that falls are the leading cause of unintentional injuries on Halloween. Shu, the mother of a 6-year-old, is also concerned that children wear costumes that are light enough to be seen by oncoming traffic or are made with reflective material. (CNN -- Health)
Binge drinking: educating kids on risks Oct 25, 2007
Alcohol is a factor in the four leading causes of death among persons age 10 to 24: motor vehicle crashes; unintentional injuries; homicide; and suicide. More than 10 million current drinkers in the United States are between the ages of 12 and 20 and of these young drinkers, 20 percent engage in binge drinking (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, August 2000). (Needham Tab, MA)
Heart treatment favors white men Oct 3, 2007
accidents (unintentional injuries). CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION. (News & Observer)
State wants to prevent falls by elderly Sep 24, 2007
"Instead of building more emergency rooms and hiring more doctors and nurses, we can start looking at unintentional injuries, including falls, and find ways to prevent them.". Gerard said there is no easy explanation for why Arizona has such a high rate of fatal falls. (AZCentral -- News)
More of this story Sep 20, 2007
1,700 college students between the ages of 18 and 24 die each year from alcohol-related unintentional injuries, including motor vehicle crashes. 599,000 students between the ages of 18 and 24 are unintentionally injured under the influence of alcohol. (Newport Daily News, RI)
Deterring underage drinkers Sep 20, 2007
He pointed to a national survey indicating that 1,700 college students between the ages of 18 and 24 die each year from alcohol-related, unintentional injuries. "It's not looked at the same as the heroin problem in Baltimore City, yet the problem is much bigger," Gimbel said. (Sunspot.net -- Business)
Americans living longer than ever Sep 13, 2007
Heart disease Malignant neoplasms (cancer) Cerebrovascular diseases (stroke) Chronic lower respiratory diseases Accidents (unintentional injuries) Diabetes mellitus (diabetes) Alzheimers disease Influenza and pneumonia Nephritis, nephrotic syndrome and nephrosis (kidney disease) Septicemia Intentional self-harm (suicide) Chronic liver disease and cirrhosis Essential (primary) hypertension and hypertensive renal disease (hypertension) Parkinsons... (MSNBC -- Health)
Newer antidepressants led to less, not more, teen suicides Sep 8, 2007
Suicide is the third leading cause of death in adolescents in this country, following only unintentional injuries and homicide. In real numbers, about 30,000 young people take their own lives in America each year. (EurekAlert!)
Safety campaign starts Tuesday Sep 3, 2007
According to the Center for Disease Control, unintentional injuries are the No. 1 killer of children under the age of 14, she said. Motor vehicles are the leading cause of those injuries. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Hodge-podge safety laws put children in danger Aug 16, 2007
About 70 per cent of unintentional injuries receiving medical attention are related to consumer products - direct costs of treatment exceed $200 million. Of the thousands of products Australians use each day very few are covered by mandatory standards. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
A Canadian Doctor Describes How Socialized Medicine Doesn't Work Jul 27, 2007
In The Business of Health, Robert Ohsfeldt and John Schneider factor out intentional and unintentional injuries from life-expectancy statistics and find that Americans who don't die in car crashes or homicides outlive people in any other Western country. And if we measure a health care system by how well it serves its sick citizens, American medicine excels. (Investors Business Daily)
Report: NM still ranks among worst states for kids Jul 26, 2007
Motor-vehicle crashes and other unintentional injuries, such as drownings and bike crashes, caused the most deaths. That sounds like a big change, but the report doesn t make clear that the average number of deaths from 1998 to 2005 was 101, according to the state Health Department. (Santa Fe New Mexican)
Swimming pool safety can save lives Jul 17, 2007
The mission is to educate parents, caregivers, and consumers nationwide about the changes they can make to prevent unintentional injuries in and around the home. The Centers for Disease Control says that in 10 seconds a child can slip underwater. (Herkimer Eening Telegram, NY)
Do Your Kids Understand Safety At Home? Jun 23, 2007
The council attributes 21 million hospital visits and nearly 20,000 deaths a each year to unintentional injuries around the home. The exhibit, called Rover's House, is an attempt to shed light on the threats and prevent some of them. (7 KETV Omaha)
Hayes: Be prepared for the unexpected this month Jun 22, 2007
The bad news is that the number of unintentional injuries incurred off-the-job continues to rise. While we generally cannot avoid the unexpected, there are things we can do to improve our ability to respond to it. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
What’s killing us? Top causes of death are the same throughout the area Jun 22, 2007
Following the top two causes of death, chronic lower respiratory disease ranks third in the region while stroke, diabetes and unintentional injuries are fourth, depending on the county ... After illnesses, unintentional injuries rank in the top five in three local counties ... Top five causes of death (number): Heart disease (46), cancer (37), chronic lower respiratory disease (10), stroke (9), unintentional injuries (8). (Cadillac News, MI)
Don't slip! Stay safe in your home Jun 15, 2007
This is an especially important consideration for people aged 65 and older, a group in which the death rate from unintentional injuries in the home is three times greater than for people under age 65. The majority of these injuries result from slips and falls, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (Farmington Valley Post, CT)
Report: Accidental deaths on the rise Jun 8, 2007
The National Safety Council has tracked unintentional injuries and deaths since the 1920s and publishes the Journal of Safety Research, an international, peer-reviewed journal, five times a year. . (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
New poll reveals Canadian parents believe teaching their kids to swim is the best way to prevent drowning May 28, 2007
About Safe Kids Canada: Safe Kids Canada is a national leader in educating parents and promoting effective strategies to prevent unintentional injuries and deaths of children. Across Canada, Safe Kids Canada partners are conducting Splash into Safety events this week. (Canada Newswire)
Local lawyer pushes through carbon monoxide legislation May 26, 2007
According to the National Safety Council, between 200 and 300 unintentional injuries or deaths occur each year due to CO poisoning. But, Leesfield said, unfortunately, it's typical for bills like these to fly under the radar until a tragedy makes them visible to the public. (South Florida Business Journal, FL)
Governor to sign Medicaid agreement with tribe today May 25, 2007
American Indians die at higher rates than other Americans from: Tuberculosis 600 percent higher Alcoholism 510 percent higher Motor Vehicle Crashes 229 percent higher Diabetes 18 percent higher Unintentional injuries 152 percent higher Homicide 61 percent higher Suicide 62 percent higher. This landmark agreement, lead by the office of the governor and the Chippewa Cree Tribe, has been a true tribal, state and federal partnership that will assure access to healthcare... (Havre Daily News, MT)
Army Lab Uses Sports Science On Soldiers May 18, 2007
The Department of Defense found that musculoskeletal injuries sprains, tears, fractures accounted for more than half of all unintentional injuries to soldiers ... The Department of Defense found that musculoskeletal injuries sprains, tears, fractures accounted for more than half of all unintentional injuries to soldiers, Lephart said. (CBS News)
Lab Aims to Prevent Soldiers' Injuries May 18, 2007
The Department of Defense found that musculoskeletal injuries -- sprains, tears, fractures -- accounted for more than half of all unintentional injuries to soldiers, Lephart said. "These were very similar to the injuries we had been studying for the last 20 years in the sports medicine arena," Lephart said. (Newsday -- Health)
Playing field to battlefield May 18, 2007
"We know that an offensive lineman and a defensive back need different training, and that's the same approach we are taking with these soldiers." The Department of Defense found that musculoskeletal injuries -- sprains, tears, fractures -- accounted for more than half of all unintentional injuries to soldiers, Mr. Lephart said. "These were very similar to the injuries we had been studying for the last 20 years in the sports medicine arena," Mr. Lephart said. (Washington Times, DC)
President Bush Signs Bill to Improve U.S. Trauma Systems May 5, 2007
Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for individuals age one to 44, and data from the National Safety Council estimates that in 2004 alone, unintentional injuries cost the nation $574. 8 billion, with $298. (PR Newswire)
Teen pregnancies lower in county Apr 21, 2007
Sixty-seven Kansans die, half of them from heart disease and cancer, unless they're under age 44, when most deaths result from unintentional injuries. Fifty-one marriages are begun and 23 are dissolved. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
Study shows black/white gap in life expectancy declining Mar 28, 2007
The change was due mostly to improvements in heart disease treatment and changes in the numbers of homicides and unintentional injuries, according to researchers at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec ... Changes in the numbers of homicides and unintentional injuries, plus improved HIV treatment -- especially among black men aged 15 to 49 -- were the main reasons for the improvement, researchers said. (Akron Beacon Journal, OH -- Living)
Black-white life expectancy gap shrinking Mar 22, 2007
Sharp declines in HIV and homicide deaths accounted for 55 percent of the reduction of the mortality gap between 1993 and 2003, the researchers found, while declines in death from unintentional injuries accounted for 16 percent. At the same time, the researchers found, deaths by unintentional poisoning, which usually represent overdose among narcotics users, showed a proportional increase among middle-aged whites. (CNN -- Health)
US black-white life expectancy narrows Mar 21, 2007
The report attributed the drop to lower death rates among blacks for homicide, HIV, unintentional injuries and heart disease ... For black males, death rates shrink "especially in terms of homicide, HIV and unintentional injuries," he said. (Xinhua)
Lifespan gap between blacks, whites in US narrows Mar 17, 2007
From 1993 to 2003, the life-expectancy gap between white and black women declined by a year -- half of which was because of lower mortality rates among blacks in heart disease, homicide, and unintentional injuries. The gap among men during the same period was cut even more, by two years, amid lower death rates from homicide, AIDS, and unintentional injuries. (Boston Globe)
Gap in Black-White Life Expectancy Narrows Mar 17, 2007
FRIDAY, March 16 (HealthDay News) -- The life expectancy gap between U.S. blacks and whites has been shrinking over the past decade, mainly due to lower death rates among blacks for homicide, HIV, unintentional injuries and heart disease, researchers report ... For black males, death rates shrank, "especially in terms of homicide, HIV and unintentional injuries," he said. (Health-Finder)
Black-white life expectancy gap narrows, but remains substantial Mar 17, 2007
Reductions in the death rate from homicide, HIV disease, unintentional injuries - and among women, heart disease - have contributed to narrowing the life expectancy gap between blacks and whites in the United States, although substantial inequalities and challenges remain, according to a study in the March 21 issue of JAMA. ... The authors report that after widening during the late 1980s, the black-white life expectance gap has declined because of relative mortality improvements in homicide, HIV... (EurekAlert!)
Mascot ad urges safe, modest celebration Mar 15, 2007
" More than 80 percent of American youth consume alcohol before their 21st birthday, according to , a Web site created by the parents of former MSU student Bradley McCue. McCue died in 1998 from alcohol poisoning on his 21st birthday. The Web site also reports that alcohol consumption by college students is linked to at least 1,400 student deaths and 500,000 unintentional injuries each year. Kaestner said that as a parent of five children, he wants to prevent underage drinking and spread the... (The State News, MI)
A fresh look at women's heart disease Mar 6, 2007
Unintentional injuries: 38,745 ... Unintentional injuries: 70,532. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Health Department reports shift in death data Feb 27, 2007
The top five in males are heart disease, cancer, chronic lower respiratory disease, stroke, and all other unintentional injuries. All other unintentional injuries does not include motor vehicle accidents, suicide and homicide. (Lenoir News Topic, NC)
University drinking program: Innovative solutions could curb drinking Feb 22, 2007
gov, 1,700 college students die every year from alcohol-related, unintentional injuries. Students are not ignorant of the drinking culture at Penn State. (Daily Collegian, PA)
TECH CHRONICLESVISIONS OF INDIA Feb 9, 2007
TECH CHRONICLES / VISIONS OF INDIA / A daily dose of postings from the Chronicle's technology blog (sfgate. VISIONS OF INDIA A daily dose of postings from the Chronicle's technology blog (sfgate. (San Francisco Chronicle)
TECH CHRONICLES Feb 8, 2007
VISIONS OF INDIA A daily dose of postings from the Chronicle's technology blog (sfgate. No way, Indiana's too cold. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Teen Pregnancy Rates Hit All-Time Low Feb 5, 2007
For all children aged 1 to 19 years, the first and second leading causes of death in 2004 were unintentional injuries and homicide, respectively. Suicide rates for children up to 19 years increased in 2004. (Health-Finder)
Finally -- the truth about seat belt use among Hispanics Jan 30, 2007
In the December 2006 issue of Injury Prevention, a leading international peer reviewed journal for health professionals and others interested in all unintentional injuries, Meharry-State Farm Alliance researchers at Nashville's Meharry Medical College reconciled the inconsistencies. In so doing, the authors, led by epidemiologists Nathaniel C. Briggs, M.D., opened a window of opportunity for promoting safe driving practices among the Hispanic immigrants arriving in the United States every year. (EurekAlert!)
Following in ELHS path, WLHS and DHS begin SADD chapters Jan 9, 2007
Unintentional injuries, including motor vehicle crashes, are the leading cause of death in the U.S. among ages infant to 34. Representatives and advisors from all three local chapters attended a workshop last fall where they took part in performing skits and activities related to highway safety. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Letters to the editor Dec 28, 2006
When adolescents carry their use into college, alcohol becomes responsible annually for 1,700 unintentional deaths, 599,000 unintentional injuries, 97,000 cases of rape, 696,000 assaults, with 31 percent meeting the criteria for alcohol abuse. I congratulate Raqual Mann, the student who had the fortitude to expose such behavior. (Topeka Capital-Journal -- News)
Governors Office of Highway Safety awards grant to LaFayette High Dec 11, 2006
Unintentional injuries, including motor vehicle crashes, are the No. 1 cause of death in the United States for ages 1-34. Through this comprehensive effort statewide, GOHS/SADD plans to cover teen driving issues including safety belt use, speed, inexperience and impaired driving in a coordinated manner. (WWalker County Messenger, GA)
Baby on Board Nov 30, 2006
Lilly, O'Toole & Brown is dedicated to the safety of children, especially when it involves unintentional injuries. So the law firm has partnered with the Polk County chapter of Safe Kids to publish a new Kids-n-Cars brochure, which can be found at area pediatric offices and retail stores. (The Ledger)
Hospitals seek to cut injuries with child safety program Nov 22, 2006
ach year, more children ages 1 to 14 die from unintentional injuries than from all childhood diseases combined in the United States, said Karen Seaver Hill with the Alexandria, Va. -based National Association of Children's Hospitals. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Keeping kids safe at home Nov 7, 2006
Unintentional injuries at home annually result in about nearly 20,000 deaths and 21 million medical visits, according to a national home injury study by the Home Safety Council. Wisconsin accounts for seven deaths per 100,000 people. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Use extra caution on Halloween Oct 28, 2006
Children's risk of unintentional injuries greatly rises on Halloween. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports Halloween is consistently one of the top three days for pedestrian injuries and fatalities. (Forest Republican, WI)
Large Number Of Adverse Drug Events Lead To Emergency Department Visits Oct 23, 2006
5 percent of estimated emergency department visits for all unintentional injuries and 6. 7 percent of those leading to hospitalization, and also accounted for 0. (Science Daily)
Midwest Local TV Newscasts Average 36 Seconds of Election Coverage in Typical 30-Minute Broadcast Oct 13, 2006
In addition, his research on political communication and local news, news coverage of health issues and unintentional injuries, voter turnout, survey methodology, Israeli politics, and presidential elections has appeared in over 25 refereed journal articles and book chapters. Goldstein's reputation for unbiased and non-partisan analysis has made him a favorite source for politicians and the news media alike. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Health care fails to meet demands Oct 10, 2006
In practical terms, that meant that fewer patients saw doctors, fewer children had checkups, and there was a spike in the number of deaths from unintentional injuries, heart attacks and other illnesses. These trends virtually guaranteed that the number of acute cases would climb, and such ailments are more costly to treat hence, the crucial role of preventative care. (The Daily Bruin, CA)
Childhood Lead Exposure Linked To Increased Injuries As Teens Oct 5, 2006
This study shows a significant correlation between elevated childhood blood lead levels and the risk for multiple, unintentional injuries related to a fall or loss of balance later in life, says Kincl, who is now on the faculty of the University of Oregon ... The team received information from 89 adolescents, aged 14 to 17, about their history of unintentional injuries including where the injury happened, what part of the body was hurt and its severity. (Science Daily)
Costume ideas Oct 2, 2006
(Falls are the leading cause of unintentional injuries on Halloween. . (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Entertainment)
Suppliers recall three dangerous toys Sep 29, 2006
"Seventy per cent of all unintentional injuries receiving medical attention in Australia are believed to be associated with unsafe products," she said. "Retailers should check with their suppliers that goods they order comply with mandatory standards.". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Drinking not a rite of passage Sep 23, 2006
Alcohol is involved in suicide, homicide and unintentional injuries, the leading causes of death among youth. When you consider the powerful influences that kids are exposed to today, such as alcohol industry advertising, it s no wonder so many make the unhealthy decision to drink. (Springfield News, OR)
State Child Death Rate Dips In 2005 Sep 19, 2006
Deaths due to unintentional injuries declined overall, while homicide and suicide numbers increased. There were 61 deaths due to firearms in 2005, up from 39 in 2004. (WRAL.com, NC)
'Great stuff to do' Sep 12, 2006
The Safe Kids Coalition is affiliated with the National Safe Kids Campaign and aims to prevent unintentional injuries among children ages birth to 14 years. Among the hundreds of families enjoying near-perfect weather and a carnival-like atmosphere were Kim Kim Foster, husband Walt Tobin Jr., and their two young children, Jack and Bishop. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
At Home, Gun Safety Slackens as Risk Grows Aug 25, 2006
Moreover, studies have shown that two-thirds of guns in suicide attempts and unintentional injuries among children and adolescents were stored in the home of the victim. Many parents assume that adolescents are "old enough to exhibit good judgment around firearms," the Johnson report notes in the August issue of Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine. (Yahoo News -- Gun Control Debate)
