Publications by authors named "Natalia Y Alfonso"
Care-Seeking Patterns and Direct Economic Burden of Injuries in Bangladesh.
Int J Environ Res Public Health
April 2017
Article Synopsis
- The study reviews the injury care-seeking patterns and financial impacts on victims in rural Bangladesh, based on a 2013 survey of over 1 million people.
- Non-fatal injuries affect 20% of individuals annually, with most seeking treatment from drug sellers, while less than half of those who experience fatal injuries pursue healthcare.
- The financial burden varies greatly, with out-of-pocket expenses averaging from $8 to $830 depending on injury type, highlighting the need for targeted interventions to reduce preventable injuries and related financial distress.