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[Drowning in Israel--1990-1992].

R Goldman1, G Kaplan, R Gurevich

  • 1Pediatric Division, Sheba Medical Center, Tel Hashomer.

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|July 26, 2000
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Drowning mortality in Israel is a significant public health issue, particularly for young non-Jews and the elderly. Rates are lower than in the US, but foreign workers represent a high-risk group.

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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Injury Prevention

Context:

  • Drowning is a leading cause of death in Israel, especially among young people, yet lacks dedicated epidemiological studies.
  • Media reports highlight drowning incidents, prompting an analysis of national mortality data.

Purpose:

  • To analyze drowning mortality in Israel (1990-1992).
  • To identify high-risk groups and trends.
  • To compare Israeli drowning rates with international data, particularly the United States.

Summary:

  • Mortality from drowning was the fourth leading unintentional cause of death and second among ages 1-24 in Israel (1.2/100,000 population).
  • Highest rates were observed in young non-Jews (15-24 years) and elderly Jews. Males and Arabs had higher rates than females and Jews, respectively.
  • Unintentional drowning comprised 89% of deaths; 10% were suicides. Rates decreased slightly from previous years and were lower than in the US, except for the elderly.

Impact:

  • Identifies specific demographics at elevated risk for drowning in Israel, informing targeted prevention strategies.
  • Highlights the need for accurate data collection and consideration of drowning site differences for international comparisons.
  • Suggests foreign workers are a high-risk group requiring further investigation and tailored interventions.

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