Fact sheet: Prevention of Road Traffic Injuries among Elderly
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Road traffic accidents comprise 20% of the total burden of injury among elderly. Evidence based good practices show that it is possible to reduce injuries in elderly people by relatively cost effective methods. Integrated strategies including alternative public transport options, new technology in vehicle design and regulations. Road infrastructure and maintenance measures, such as those below have been advocated as major contributors to the reduction of injuries among the elderly:
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