Time for Change: The State of Emergency Medical Services in South Korea
Yonsei Medical Journal
;
: 587-588, 2006.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-156126
ABSTRACT
Trauma is the leading cause of death among people younger than 40 years of age in South Korea. This demographic represents the productive members of Korean society, yet little is being done to correct this growing problem. The preventable death rate in Korea is estimated to be approximately 60%, which is unacceptable given Korea's growing economy and available resources.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Wounds and Injuries
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Cause of Death
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Emergency Medical Services
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Emergency Medicine
/
Korea
Limits:
Humans
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
English
Journal:
Yonsei Medical Journal
Year:
2006
Type:
Article
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