Canada has a "remarkably poor" ranking compared to similar countries when it comes to preventing childhood injuries, according to a Health Canada study that urges a national plan to combat the problem.
The study finds that unintentional injury is the leading cause of death for children aged one through 14.
It also finds that Canada ranks 22nd out of 29 Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries when it comes to preventing childhood injuries and deaths. It ranks 12th out of 21 wealthy countries in the United Nations' rankings of child well-being.
"Canada's standing when it comes to the health and wellness of children and youth is remarkably poor," reads the report, released Tuesday.
Full story
What child accidents do you think could be avoided with more awareness?
More...
The study finds that unintentional injury is the leading cause of death for children aged one through 14.
It also finds that Canada ranks 22nd out of 29 Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries when it comes to preventing childhood injuries and deaths. It ranks 12th out of 21 wealthy countries in the United Nations' rankings of child well-being.
"Canada's standing when it comes to the health and wellness of children and youth is remarkably poor," reads the report, released Tuesday.
Full story
What child accidents do you think could be avoided with more awareness?
More...