Older adult pedestrian injuries in the United States: what are the leading causes and how big is the problem?

Background As the US population ages, more older adults will face transportation and mobility challenges. This study examines the characteristics and number of non-fatally injured older pedestrians. Methods Data were obtained from the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System All Injury Program...

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Published in:Injury Prevention
Main Authors: Naumann, R B, Dellinger, A M, Haileyesus, T, Ryan, G
Format: Article in Journal/Newspaper
Language:English
Published: BMJ 2010
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/ip.2010.029215.260
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