Reported Incidence Of Motorcycle Crush At Tema General Hospital From August, 2013 To

CHAPTER ONE  INTRODUCTION 1.0 BACKGROUND Road traffic injuries and deaths are a growing public health concern worldwide. Studies have shown that road traffic injuries are a major cause of death and disability globally, with a 2 disproportionate number occurring in developing countries. Road crashes are the second leading cause of death globally among young people. Venables et al (2010). Motorcycles are one of the most dangerous forms of motorized transportation. Due to small size of their vehicles, motorcycle riders represent a vulnerable group of road users. Motorcyclists are about three tim…