Injuries Resulting from Traffic and safety measures in latin-american immigrants living in Seville

Abstract

Theoretical framework: Injuries Resulting from Traffic (IRT) are the leading cause of death among young people worldwide. The risk of these injuries and the use of safety measures in young immigrants living in Seville are unknown. Objectives: To estimate the monthly self-report prevalence of IRT and the use of safety measures in latin-american immigrants aged between 25 and 44 who lived in Seville (Spain) in 2011. Methodology: A cross-sectional descriptive study was carried out in a representative sample of 190 immigrants. Results: The results show that (1) 3.7% suffered an IRT, with a higher risk identified in men older than 35 years, who had at least completed secondary education and were unemployed or students, (2) 3.5% had driven a motorbike, car or bike after drinking alcohol or consuming other drugs; (3) most of them used safety belts (91.8% car) and helmets (77.8% motorcycle). Conclusion: These findings suggest that latin-american immigrants who live in Seville have a significant risk of IRT. Nursing educational interventions are strongly recommended.