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First United Nations Global Road Safety Week 23 – 29 April 2007 (PDF) Click here

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First Aid for Burns: What to do. Graphically presented.
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Watch That Child! -
Child safety is no accident. more

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Childhood Injury Facts

  • Injury are the leading cause of death and disability to South African children over 4 years of age.
  • The leading external cause of fatal injuries to children in South Africa are
      • Firearm injuries
      • Burns
      • Motor Vehicle Crashes- Pedestrians/ Passengers
      • Drowning
  • More than 70% of childhood injuries occur in and around children own homes.
  • More than 80% of childhood injuries can be prevented.

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