2023-12-13 01:00:47
Traffic accidents are a serious problem and occur more often than many think. Everyone is exposed and a recent case involved a group of health professionals because it was reported that a nurse ran over three doctors. Apparently it was not a premeditated action but it could have fatal consequences.
Traffic accidents are a public health problem
To begin with, the WHO classifies these incidents as a public health problem. According to reports, every year they cause 1.19 million deaths. They also generate between 20 and 50 million people with non-fatal injuries, many of which will cause a disability.
An important point to consider is that they not only affect the person who suffers from them but also their family and environment. Each event causes damage to entire groups and even has a high economic cost.
With this in mind, the WHO estimates that road accidents in general cost most countries 3% of their Gross Domestic Product (GDP). In fact, in 2020 it was said that by 2020 the traffic accidents They would be the second cause of mortality and morbidity in developing countries.
Nurse ran over doctors “by accident”
Now it is time to talk about a specific case that has immediately gone around the world. It happened in San Salvador, El Salvador. According to the report, a group of three doctors from the “Benjamín Bloom” Children’s Hospital He concluded his work and left his work space. Everything was going on as usual although suddenly a terrible incident occurred.
It was at a pedestrian crossing when the tragedy occurred. A nurse ran over the doctors and shortly after it was revealed that the person responsible was called Carlos Javier Santos Navas and he is 30 years old.
Carlos Javier Santos Navas ran over 3 doctors from Bloom Hospital this morning when they were crossing the street on 25 North Avenue and 27 West Street.
The traffic inspection determined that he did not respect the pedestrian safety zone.
He will face justice, for the crime… pic.twitter.com/lsfLr5WYmx
— PNC El Salvador (@PNCSV) December 12, 2023
Elements from the Green Cross immediately arrived to treat the injured. It is reported that all were transferred to nearby hospitals for treatment. Although the most worrying thing is that one of the victims is in critical condition.
For their part, police personnel arrested the nurse who ran over the doctors. Based on his first statements, he said that everything was generated because he was distracted by his phone. She only looked away from her for a couple of seconds but it was enough to cause the incident.
Why do traffic accidents occur?
Bad driving habits Distractions Alcohol consumption Tiredness High speeds Adverse weather conditions
Recommendations to prevent car accidents
Focus your attention on your surroundings at all times Avoid distractions while driving Maintain an adequate safety distance Do not exceed speed limits Wear your seat belt Avoid alcohol consumption if you are going to drive
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