2021
DOI: 10.11591/ijphs.v10i3.20768
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Factors related to road accidents in Palembang, South Sumatera, Indonesia

Abstract: Road traffic injuries are a major public health problem and a leading cause of death and injury worldwide. More than 90% of all road deaths occur in lowand middle-income countries, which own less than half of the world's vehicles. The research aimed was to identify the factors related to road accidents in Palembang, Indonesia. The research method used was qualitative approach by using in-depth interviews and observation. This research was conducted from August to December, 2019. The results showed that the fac… Show more

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“…The issue of traffic incidents is a growing phenomenon in developing countries, such as Indonesia. Indonesia is ranked first, with an accidental death rate of 2.46% of total deaths [4]. From 2014 to 2018, the frequency of road accidents in Indonesia climbed by 3.30% every year [5].…”
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confidence: 99%
“…The issue of traffic incidents is a growing phenomenon in developing countries, such as Indonesia. Indonesia is ranked first, with an accidental death rate of 2.46% of total deaths [4]. From 2014 to 2018, the frequency of road accidents in Indonesia climbed by 3.30% every year [5].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%
“…Then, an excellent geometric design for this road is also needed to accommodate people's needs in reaching educational institutions near this road with safe, comfortable, and environmentally sound, guaranteeing safety aspect. The role of geometric design is very crucial because one way to improve the safety aspect of the road is to improve the geometric design to reduce the occurrence and severity of road accidents [9]; [10].…”
Section: Introductionmentioning
confidence: 99%