Kid and teen accident death rate falls 30%
A new government report that was released Monday shows that the death rate of people under the age of 19 in accidents has dropped 30% since 2000. In 2000 there were 12,400 deaths and in 2009 that number was down to 9,100. There was a 41% traffic fatalities, which was a huge factor in the decrease. Even with this drop accidental injuries still is the main cause of death for children ages 1 to 19. Also dropping were deaths from drowning, fire, and falls, but there was a major increase of prescription drug overdose. Also according to the CDC report accidental poisonings of kids and teens jumped by 80% and most of those being between the ages of 15-19 because of the overdose on prescription drugs.If you or someone you know has a child who has been injured by one of child accidents listed above you need information. Contact our Ohio child accident attorneys at 800.637.8170 to order your free copy of Little Kids, Big Accidents.
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