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Social Determinants Associated with Pediatric Burn Injury: A Population-Based, Case-Control Study
Adam Padalko1, Justin Gawaziuk2, Dan Chateau3,4
1BSc Med Research Program, Max Rady College of Medicine, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada.
Summary
Social determinants of health significantly impact pediatric burn injury risk. Children from low-income households, in care, receiving income assistance, or born to teen mothers face elevated burn injury risks.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric burn injury research
- Social epidemiology
- Public health
Background:
- Social determinants of health (SDoH) are recognized as critical factors influencing health outcomes, including injury risk.
- Understanding specific SDoH associated with pediatric burn injuries is essential for targeted prevention strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify specific social determinants of health linked to an increased risk of burn injury in children.
- To inform public health interventions and home safety programs by identifying high-risk populations.
Main Methods:
- A population-based, case-control study design was employed.
- Children (≤16 years) admitted for burn injuries were matched 1:5 with uninjured controls.
- Manitoba Center for Health Policy (MCHP) administrative data on SDoH were analyzed.
Main Results:
- Children from low-income households had an odds ratio (OR) of 1.97 for burn injury.
- Children in care (OR 1.57), from families receiving income assistance (OR 1.71), and born to teen mothers (OR 1.43) showed significantly increased burn injury risk.
Conclusions:
- Specific social determinants, including low household income, being in care, parental income assistance, and teen motherhood, are significantly associated with higher pediatric burn injury risk.
- Identifying these at-risk groups enables focused burn prevention and home safety initiatives.
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