This is most likely due to an increased likelihood to drive and longer response time for emergency services in rural areas. 1,3 Homicide rates are highest in central city urban areas. For suicide rates, there is little relationship between death rates and location. Deaths due to injury occur most frequently on weekends. This is most likely due to excessive drinking, which contributes to fatal and nonfatal injuries.
Patterns differ by type of injury.
As a whole, unintentional injuries occur most frequently in the summer months. Several causes of injury death contribute to this, including drownings and motorcycle crashes. Socioeconomic Status Low socioeconomic status is a major risk factor for injury. 1,4 Low income, low education, blue-collar occupation, and unemployment independently increase the risk of death due to injury. 1,14 Low-income families are also less likely to use safety devices due to a lack of money, lack of transportation to obtain safety devices or a lack of control over housing situations.