Top Causes of Unintentional Injury and Death in Homes and Communities
According to Injury Facts 2016, about 136,053 people died from unintentional-injury-related deaths in 2014. That’s 136,053 times someone’s ordinary day turned tragic. Often, these tragedies happen when least expected – during a vacation, while doing chores at home or while driving across town. Here, in order, are the top causes of unintentional injury and death in homes and communities. #1: Poisoning - Prescription drug overdose is by far the leading cause. #2: Motor Vehicle