Balconing: An alcohol-induced craze that injures tourists. Characterization of the phenomenon

Segura-Sampedro, Juan José; Pineño-Flores, Cristina; García-Pérez, José María; Jiménez-Morillas, Patricia; Morales-Soriano, Rafael; González-Argenté, Xavier

doi:10.1016/j.injury.2017.03.037

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“…A similar public health issue called “balconing” has been reported from some European vacation locations (Segura-Sampedro et al 2017; Pérez-Bovet et al 2015). This term refers to the practice of tourists jumping from hotel balconies or roofs into swimming pools, or between hotel balconies (BBC Newsbeat 2016).…”

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Falls from a balcony while intoxicated: a new injury trend among young adults?

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Background Unintentional falls from heights, including balconies, result in life threatening traumatic injury. Alcohol, when combined with environmental factors and poor judgement, can potentially lead to fatal outcomes. One trauma center’s registry identified a group of young adults falling from balconies and we investigated the role of alcohol. Methods Hospital trauma service admissions from 2010 through 2017 were reviewed for unintentional falls from heights. Suicide attempts and unintentional falls off ladders or roofs were excluded. Data were obtained from trauma registry and medical record review, as well as social work service interviews. Results Falls from heights comprised 4.8% of injuries treated at our trauma center during the eight-year study period with 98.5% admitted. Of patients admitted because of falls, 10.3% (55/532) were from a balcony. The majority of this group of patients was male and 19–29 years old (67%). Of patients with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) determination, 62% had a positive BAC upon hospital admission with an average of 0.20 g/dL among those 34 patients. No gender differences were evident for alcohol use. Seven of the eight patients under the legal drinking age of 21 years were a subgroup with high alcohol use as compared with patients 21 years and older ( p = 0.099). Ninety-four percent of falls occurred at residential locations such as dormitories or apartment complexes, often during a social event. Backward falls off railings and attempts to jump to adjoining balconies were common. Head, thorax/abdomen, and extremity fractures were common, with an average injury severity score (ISS) of 16. Average length of hospital stay was 8 days. Most patients (67%) were discharged home after hospital stay, but 21% were transferred to inpatient rehabilitation or skilled nursing facilities. There were two deaths. Conclusions Falls from balconies among young adults occur in our area yet the true frequency of these events remain unknown. Occurrence was most common among underage drinkers. Generalization is difficult with this small sample, yet high risk behaviors and environmental factors were evident. It is imperative that educational programs focus on this population with collaborative prevention efforts focused on the dangers of, and increased risk of injury associated with the balcony environment.

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“…As the investigation of this outbreak noted, young people were not aware of COVID-19, and preventive measures were relaxed. In Europe, it has been observed that age also influences risk perception [21] and contribute to the relaxation of preventive measures [22]. The Balearic Islands is one of the main tourist destinations in Europe [23] where people from different countries enjoy their holidays.…”

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A large outbreak of COVID-19 linked to an end of term trip to Menorca (Spain) by secondary school students in summer 2021

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Background An outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) occurred in young people from Catalonia (Spain) who travelled to Menorca (Spain) in summer 2021. This outbreak appeared when governments relaxed Covid-19 preventive measures: the mask usage and the opening of nightlife. It was related to a super-disseminating mass event: Sant Joan festivities in Ciutadella. The aim of this article is to describe an outbreak of COVID-19 in young people aged 17–19 years from Catalonia travelling to Menorca. Methods This is an observational study of a COVID-19 outbreak. The study population comprised Catalonian youth aged 17–19 years who travelled to Menorca from 15 June to 10 July. Epidemiological descriptive indicators were obtained. Descriptive and geographical statistics were carried out. Bivariate Moran’s I test was used to identify spatial autocorrelation between the place of residence and deprivation. The outbreak control method was based on identifying and stopping chains of transmission by implementing the test-trace-isolate-quarantine (TTIQ) strategy. Results We identified 515 confirmed cases infected in Menorca, 296 (57.5%) in girls and 219 (42.5%) in boys, with a total of 2,280 close contacts. Of them, 245 (10.7%) were confirmed as cases. The cases were diagnosed between 15 June and 10 July. None of the persons with confirmed infection died or required hospitalisation. The attack rate was 27.2%. There was an inverse relationship between deprivation and number of confirmed cases (p<0.005), there were clusters of confirmed cases in the most socioeconomic favoured areas. Discussion The outbreak is related with young people from socioeconomic favoured areas who travelled to Menorca in summer 2021. Failure to comply with preventive measures in binge-drinking events and during holidays may have favoured SARS-CoV-2 transmission. The interauthority coordination and establishment of a clear line of leadership allowed continuous communication between institutions, which were key to managing this complex COVID-19 outbreak.

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Defining the Balearic Islands’ Tourism Data Space: An Approach to Functional and Data Requirements

Ordóñez-Martínez,

Seguí-Pons,

Ruiz-Pérez

2024

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The definition of a tourism data space (TDS) in the Balearic Islands is a complex process that involves identifying the types of questions to be addressed, including analytical tools, and determining the type of information to be incorporated. This study delves into the functional requirements of a Balearic Islands’ TDS based on the study of scientific research carried out in the field of tourism in the Balearic Islands and drawing comparisons with international scientific research in the field of tourism information. Utilizing a bibliometric analysis of the scientific literature, this study identifies the scientific requirements that should be met for the development of a robust, rigorous, and efficient TDS. The goal is to support excellent scientific research in tourism and facilitate the transfer of research results to the productive sector to maintain and improve the competitiveness of the Balearic Islands as a tourist destination. The results of the analysis provide a structured framework for the construction of the Balearic Islands’ TDS, outlining objectives, methods to be implemented, and information to be considered.

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Balconing: An alcohol-induced craze that injures tourists. Characterization of the phenomenon

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Falls from a balcony while intoxicated: a new injury trend among young adults?

Falls from a balcony while intoxicated: a new injury trend among young adults?

A large outbreak of COVID-19 linked to an end of term trip to Menorca (Spain) by secondary school students in summer 2021

Defining the Balearic Islands’ Tourism Data Space: An Approach to Functional and Data Requirements

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