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An overview of injuries to adolescents and young adults related to substance use: data from Canadian emergency departments.(EM Advances)(Report)
INTRODUCTION
Injury is one of the leading causes of morbidity and premature mortality among young Canadians. (1-3) Alcohol use is a significant risk factor for injury, and national organizations such as the Canadian Public Health Association, the US Center for Disease Control and the World Health Organization have identified it as an important risk factor and focus for prevention strategies. (4-6) An extensive international literature review found that injured individuals are more likely than noninjured individuals to have a positive blood alcohol concentration and to report alcohol consumption before the injury event. (2,7-9)
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