Greetings from PHYSIOTIMES on the occasion of the World Trauma Day - 17 Oct 2016

 

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), trauma is a major cause of death and disability across the world. Every year, 17th October is celebrated as World Trauma Day. This day highlights the increasing rate of accidents and injuries causing death and disability across the world and the need to prevent them.

 

Dubbed the "epidemic" of modern times, trauma claims nearly 400,000 lives in India every year. In India deaths due to trauma exceeded those due to cancer and heart diseases combined.The burden of disease due to trauma is increasing at an alarming rate. This not only increases the morbidity and mortality rate, but also affects the national productivity on account of younger population being mainly involved in road accidents. Therefore, we should all take the required precautions in order to prevent any injuries.

 

Commemoration of World Trauma Day emphasizes the importance of saving and protecting a life during the most critical moments and preparing and applying critical measures to deal with and avoid trauma fatalities.

 

 

Points to remember for Road Safety:

 

Do's

• Follow the road safety rules carefully.

• Pay close attention to the warning signs and traffic signals while driving.

• Always wear a helmet while riding a two-wheeler.

• Avoid distractions like mobile phones and loud music while on road.

• Take short breaks in case of long, continuous driving.

• Keep your children away from electric switches and wires, sharp objects and medications.

• Always keep a first aid safety kit at your home and in your vehicle.

• Ensure that your stairs, windows, balconies and roofs are secure in order to prevent falls.

• Learn basic life support techniques and help the injured.

 

Don'ts

• Do not drive when you are tired, sleepy or drunk.

• Do not take any risks while driving, in case you are in a hurry.

• Do not operate hazardous machinery.

• In case of a head or spinal injury, do not move the person from the site of accident without any professional's help. Moving the injured person may cause serious back or neck injuries.

• Do not give fluids to any unconscious or semi-conscious traumatized person.

 

We also have some very resourceful E-books on "TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY REHABILITATION" . If you need them, send us an email request on [email protected]

 

Enclosed are a few posters designed by PHYSIOTIMES on the occasion.