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Driving habits – A Canadian study.
- Source :
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Trauma . Jul2018, Vol. 20 Issue 3, p225-229. 5p. 4 Charts, 2 Graphs. - Publication Year :
- 2018
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Abstract
- Introduction Motor vehicle accidents are a significant cause of morbidity and mortality. Safe driving behavior constitutes proper use of seat belts as a driver and as a passenger. The correct use of seat belts has been shown to reduce death and injury following motor vehicle accidents by more than 50%. This study aims at investigating seat belt use and driving habits among Canadians. Method A population-based database from the Canadian Community Health Survey was analyzed. Result About 12% reported that they use seat belts most of the times, rarely or never and 27% of respondents were using cellphone while driving often or sometimes; 8% of respondents admitted to driving after 2 or more alcoholic drinks. Seat belt use in taxi passengers is much lower than in own cars, with 40% not using a seatbelt all of the time when in a taxi. Discussion and conclusions The major risk factors for not wearing seat belt as a passenger include age, education, ethnicity and income. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 14604086
- Volume :
- 20
- Issue :
- 3
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Trauma
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 130319929
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1177/1460408617724816