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Home Injuries: Potential For Prevention., K. A. Mack, Karen Liller
Home Injuries: Potential For Prevention., K. A. Mack, Karen Liller
Karen Liller
There are approximately 18 000 injury-related deaths at home each year. Some of the leading causes of home injury deaths are falls, fire/ burns, poisonings, choking/suffocations, and drownings. Many more home injuries are treated at emergency departments, in doctors’ offices, or with self-care at home. Children and older adults are especially at risk for home injuries, and environmental factors can contribute to population disparities in home injuries. The causes and circumstances of home injuries are complex and multifaceted. This article provides an overview of the epidemiology and burden of home injuries and reviews the evidence for prevention by life stage. …
A Historical Comparison Of Child And Parent Reports Of Injury Prevention Behaviors: Findings From The Pinellas County Omnibus Study., Karen Liller, Irene Pintado
A Historical Comparison Of Child And Parent Reports Of Injury Prevention Behaviors: Findings From The Pinellas County Omnibus Study., Karen Liller, Irene Pintado
Karen Liller
The purpose of this study was to analyze the motor vehicle injury prevention behaviors reported by the 12th-grade cohort of the Pinellas County Omnibus Study for years 2001-2002, compare these findings to those reported by parents in 1991-1992, and discuss the role of public health and injury prevention in these efforts. The questions in 2001-2002 were modeled after the Youth Risk Behavior Survey (YRBS) injury prevention items. Comparisons of findings in 2001-2002 and 1991-1992 were done using [chi]2 analyses. In addition, 2001-2002 results were compared to the 2001 Florida YRBS and national YRBS findings. The results of the study showed …
Injuries, Injury Prevention And Public Health, D. Sleet, Karen Liller, D. White, K. Hopkins
Injuries, Injury Prevention And Public Health, D. Sleet, Karen Liller, D. White, K. Hopkins
Karen Liller
Objectives: To introduce the readers to the field of injury prevention and comprehensive public health intervention approaches. Methods: A review of injury epidemiology, statistics, definitions, intervention approaches, and the importance of health promotion is provided. Results: Behavioral, environmental, and technological solutions will be necessary to reduce or eliminate the factors that lead to injury. Conclusions: Reductions in injury and their costs will need the support, collaboration, and partnering of several disciplines. The use of sound behavioral and social science theories and methods will be an essential component of intervention effectiveness.
Is Adolescent Sibling Violence A Precursor To College Dating Violence?, V. Noland, Karen Liller, R. Mcdermott, M. Coulter, Anne E. Seraphine
Is Adolescent Sibling Violence A Precursor To College Dating Violence?, V. Noland, Karen Liller, R. Mcdermott, M. Coulter, Anne E. Seraphine
Karen Liller
Objective: To determine whether experiencing sibling violence in adolescence is a significant predictor for later dating violence. The influence of parent-to-child and parent-to-parent violence is also explored. Methods: A modified version of the CTS2 was administered to community college students. The survey instrument used the CTS2 psychological and physical assault subscales. Results: Adolescent sibling violence was a predictor for college dating violence. Males reported experiencing more sibling violence than females did, but females reported experiencing more dating violence, both as perpetrators and victims. Conclusion: Further research is needed to improve understanding of the reasons for and the long-term consequences of …
Children's Bicycle Helmet Use And Injuries Before And After Legislation In Hillsborough County, Fl, Karen Liller, J. Nearns, M. Cabrera, B. Joly, V. Noland, R. Mcdermott
Children's Bicycle Helmet Use And Injuries Before And After Legislation In Hillsborough County, Fl, Karen Liller, J. Nearns, M. Cabrera, B. Joly, V. Noland, R. Mcdermott
Karen Liller
The purpose of this research was to explore the changes in children's bicycle helmet use and motor vehicle bicycle related injuries in Hillsborough County, Florida before and after passage of the Florida's bicycle helmet law for children under the age of 16. The results show a significant increase in bicycle helmet use among children, ages 5–13, in the post-law years compared with the pre-law years. Also, there has been a significant decline in the rates of bicycle related motor vehicle injuries among children in the post-law years compared with the pre-law years. Although there have been complementary educational and outreach …