Clinical Professor, Site Director - UBC Faculty of Medicine. Family Physician - Nanaimo, Canada. Principal Investigator - Bangladesh Child Drowning Research
In 2024 more than 2,000 people died in ferry accidents, says a safety expert. Nearly three-quarters of the deaths occurred in just three African countries. Why? https://t.co/o2QFb9kUQ1
I am deeply saddened by the tragic loss of life caused by floods in Pakistan, especially the deaths of so many children.
My thoughts are with every affected community and family.
The Commonwealth family stands with Pakistan during this difficult time.
@GovtofPakistan@PakistaninUK
#WaterSafety | New data released today in our Coastal Safety Brief - Unpatrolled Beaches showed that 630 people tragically drowned at unpatrolled locations between 2014/24. 85% per male & 36% were due to rip currents.
Click here to read the Brief: https://t.co/GW9QoZukPA
While injuries are the No.1 cause of death for people in Canada ages 1-44, there are almost no formal training opportunities on injury prevention. Take @parachutecanada "Introduction to Injury Prevention" course & become part of the solution: https://t.co/eRVsafOysb #TurnSafetyOn