Traffic collision

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Traffic collision

A traffic collision, also known as a motor vehicle collision, motor vehicle accident, car crash, or car accident, occurs when a vehicle collides with another vehicle, pedestrian, animal, road debris, or other stationary obstruction, such as a tree, pole or building.

Overview

Traffic collisions can result in injury, death, and property damage. They are a major public health issue around the world, contributing significantly to deaths and serious injuries annually.

Causes

A variety of factors contribute to the risk of collisions, including vehicle design, speed of operation, road design, road environment, driving skills, impairment due to alcohol or drugs, and behavior, notably distracted driving and street racing.

Prevention

Effective traffic collision prevention strategies include improvements in road and vehicle design, traffic regulations and enforcement, driver training and licensing, and public education campaigns. Seat belts, airbags, and child safety seats provide significant protection.

Medical Aspects

Injuries from traffic collisions include fractures, internal injuries, and head trauma. They can also result in psychological trauma, such as post-traumatic stress disorder. Emergency medical services are essential to manage these injuries.

Epidemiology

• Traffic collisions are a major cause of death and injury globally, especially in lower and middle-income countries. Young adults and males are more likely to be involved in traffic collisions.

See also

• Drunk driving
• Distracted driving
• Road safety

Further reading

• Traffic safety
• Vehicle safety technology

External links

• CDC - Motor Vehicle Safety
• NHTSA - Road Safety
• WHO - Global status report on road safety 2018

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