However, few large - scale studies have examined the economic and public health burden of these bacteria. (sciencedaily.com)
Despite this massive public health burden, researchers know little about the variables that determine whether a victim of these injuries will live or die. (sciencedaily.com)
In terms of human health, the report estimates $ 74.6 billion a year in public health burdens in Appalachian communities, with a majority of the impact resulting from increased healthcare costs, injury and death. (pearltrees.com)