Childhood injuries and food stamp benefits: an examination of administrative data in one US state

Childhood injuries and food stamp benefits: an examination of administrative data in one US state

Abstract Background Currently in the United States, childhood injuries are the leading cause of mortality and morbidity, resulting in an estimated 9.2 million emergency department visits and $17 billion annually in medical costs. For preschoolers, it is also the leading cause of disability. Methods...

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Main Authors: Colleen M. Heflin, Irma Arteaga, Jean Felix Ndashimye, Matthew P. Rabbitt
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-06-01
Series:BMC Pediatrics
Subjects:
Childhood injury
Food stamps
Food insecurity
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12887-020-02084-y

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