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- Sensible prevention includes wearing helmets when bike riding, inline skating, driving motorcycles, and other similar activities.
- Safety belts, car seats, and airbags when used properly can prevent head injuries in motor vehicle accidents.
- Drinking while driving is one of the most common causes of motor vehicle crashes. Many serious head injuries would be prevented by avoiding this dangerous behavior.
- Fall-proofing includes checking your home for areas where someone may fall: stairs, bathtubs, throw rugs, and furniture.
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Head injury can be defined as any alteration in mental or physical functioning related to a blow to the head.
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