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  • Title: Preventing unintentional pediatric injuries at evacuation centers.
    Author: Grabowski JG, Simmons JD, Eichelberger MR.
    Journal: J Trauma; 2009 Aug; 67(2 Suppl):S94-5. PubMed ID: 19667862.
    Abstract:
    Injury to children 1 to 14 years of age is the leading cause of death worldwide. The US has made concerted efforts to reduce the injury death rate to children by 45%. Such success depends on a multifaceted strategy that requires local, community coalitions and effective customized solutions. During a natural disaster, the risk of injury for children increases with the movement to a "safe environment." Implementation of low cost, effective injury prevention has a salutary impact upon the lives of children and can reduce the risk of preventable unintentional injury during a natural disaster.
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