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Important Facts for Deaths among Children 5-14 Years Old

Definition

Deaths among persons aged 5 through 14 years

Numerator

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Denominator

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Why Is This Important?

The deaths of children present a public health concern and an opportunity for prevention. Injury is one of the leading causes of death for children of all ages. These deaths are, for the most part, preventable.

How Are We Doing?

The leading causes of death among children aged 5-14 years are cancer and unintentional injury.

How Do We Compare With the U.S.?

The death rate among New Jersey residents aged 5-14 years is consistently lower than the national rate.

What Is Being Done?

[https://www.safekids.org/ Safe Kids Worldwide] is a nonprofit organization working to protect kids on the move, at home, and at play. Safe Kids New Jersey: [https://www.safekids.org/coalition/safe-kids-new-jersey https://www.safekids.org/coalition/safe-kids-new-jersey] or 732-524-3864
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