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    Global Road Safety Week, hosted by the World Health Organization, highlights the need for road safety awareness and prevention. Healthcare providers can play a vital role by counseling patients on safe behaviors and improving trauma care.

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    • Trauma Care
    • Preventive Medicine

    Background:

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    • Road traffic injuries remain a significant global health concern.
    • Effective prevention strategies are crucial for reducing fatalities and injuries.

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    • To emphasize the role of healthcare professionals in promoting road safety.

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