Socioeconomic and behavioral factors of road traffic accidents among drivers in Ethiopia: systematic review and meta analysis

• Main Authors: Eyob Getachew (Author), Gebeyehu Lakew (Author), Amlaku Nigusie Yirsaw (Author), Gebrehiwot Berie Mekonnen (Author), Adamu Ambachew Shibabaw (Author), Alex Ayenew Chereka (Author), Gemeda Wakgari Kitil (Author), Wubet Tazeb Wondie (Author), Berihun Agegn Mengistie (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2024-10-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Abstract Background Road traffic accidents (RTAs) are a pressing public health issue in Ethiopia, exacerbated by rapid urbanization and motorization. Despite efforts, escalating rates persist due to various factors like human behavior and road infrastructure deficiencies. This study addresses the ne...