Health Ministry addresses parents: where children most often get injured

The Ministry of Healthcare has reported a significant number of childhood injuries, with 6,740 children requiring medical attention for trauma since February. Analysis reveals that boys are more frequently injured, making up 59.9% of cases. Outdoor activities are the leading cause of these injuries, accounting for 45.2% of all incidents. Domestic accidents follow closely, representing 29.2% of cases, while sports-related injuries and those sustained at schools and preschools make up 11.8% and 10.5% respectively.

Bruises and sprains are the most common ailments, affecting over half of the injured children. Fractures constitute nearly a third of all visits, and dislocations account for about 11%. The ministry emphasized that the majority of these childhood injuries are preventable.

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Outdoor injuries

Parents are urged to ensure children are not left unsupervised, to use appropriate protective gear during sports, and to adhere to traffic rules. Creating safe conditions for play and recreation is also highlighted as crucial for preventing accidents.

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most childhood injuries can be prevented