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Neighbourhood characteristics associated with child pedestrian fatalities in Johannesburg, South Africa.

Authors :
Bulbulia, Samed
Van Niekerk, Ashley
Swart, Lu-Anne
Seedat, Mohamed
Source :
International Journal of Injury Control & Safety Promotion. Dec2020, Vol. 27 Issue 4, p537-545. 9p.
Publication Year :
2020

Abstract

The present study investigated the relationship between neighbourhood characteristics and childhood pedestrian fatalities (2001–2010) in Johannesburg, South Africa. This cross-sectional study used negative binomial regression models. Results indicate that: areas with high concentrated disadvantage have elevated childhood pedestrian deaths, especially for those aged 5 to 9 years. Areas marked by residential mobility are associated with high pedestrian deaths among children 0 to 4 years. Black childhood pedestrian deaths are higher in areas marked by a high concentration of female-headed households. The analyses highlight the value of further exploring the effects of neighbourhood characteristics and suggest points of entry for interventions to reduce or prevent childhood pedestrian traffic mortality. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
17457300
Volume :
27
Issue :
4
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
International Journal of Injury Control & Safety Promotion
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
147857091
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1080/17457300.2020.1818789