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Podcast: The Daily Discourse
Episode: Road fatalities and the impact they have on hospitals
Description: As the public holidays period continues, there is a sharp focus on the road fatalities as holidaymakers celebrate religious and national public holidays over the next few weeks. Minister of Transport, Barbara Creecy has introduced harsher penalties for driving under the influence given after a review of prevention strategies by after the 30% increase in vehicle accidents caused by drunk driving during the 2024/25 festive season. Besides harsher penalties, one must consider the impact and pressure it places on healthcare facilities and the cost burden placed on trauma units. Drunk driving in South Africa places a significant financial burden...