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    Deer rifle hunting on Manitoulin Island led to injuries, primarily lacerations from knives. Safety measures like alcohol checks and better courses could prevent these hunting-related accidents.

    Area of Science:

    • Public Health
    • Emergency Medicine
    • Sports Medicine

    Background:

    • Deer rifle hunting is a popular activity with inherent risks.
    • Understanding injury patterns during hunting seasons is crucial for prevention.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze injuries and illnesses sustained by hunters during deer rifle season on Manitoulin Island.
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    Main Methods:

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    • Conclusions:

    • The incidence of medically attended injury or illness was 0.23% per hunter weekly.
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