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In just one week across the country, the injury forecast for New Zealanders is…

In just one week across the country, the injury forecast for New Zealanders is…. *Statistics are calculated using ACC claims data from the third week in October from the last five years. 5 , 8 0 9. Injuries from sport and recreation. 3 , 200. Claims attributed to alcohol misuse*.

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In just one week across the country, the injury forecast for New Zealanders is…

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  1. In just one week across the country, the injury forecast for New Zealanders is… *Statistics are calculated using ACC claims data from the third week in October from the last five years.

  2. 5,809 Injuries from sport and recreation

  3. 3,200 Claims attributed to alcohol misuse* *Number of claims per week that can be attributed to alcohol misuse. This number includes injuries caused by different mechanisms e.g. transport accidents, falls, interpersonal violence, fire-related et al.

  4. and

  5. 931 injuries onsteps and stairs

  6. Theseinjuries can have a significant impact on people

  7. Not just the injured person

  8. But their whanau and friends, employer and workmates

  9. But you can change your personal injury forecast.

  10. Didyouknow?

  11. In 2012 ACC received over 390,000 claims for sport and recreation

  12. These claims cost over $335 million for treatment, rehabilitation and weekly compensation payments

  13. But you can change your personal injury forecast by...

  14. Participating in a variety of sport and recreation activities for aerobic fitness, strength and flexibility

  15. Taking time to plan and prepare

  16. Making sure you warm up and cool down by doing light aerobic and sport specific activities, and dynamic stretches

  17. Choosing activities that are suitable for your fitness level

  18. Keeping hydrated and fuelled before, during and after exercise

  19. Using the right gear for your activity and the conditions

  20. Treating injuries early to minimise your time away from doing the sport and recreation activities you love

  21. Knowing what to do in the event of a soft tissue injury

  22. Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation, Diagnosis (R.I.C.E.D)

  23. Taking advantage of training and fitness resources - check out activesmart.co.nz

  24. And if you’re trying something new, it’s best to ease into it

  25. Did you know?

  26. In one year we drink34 million* litres of pure alcohol *‘The real story of Kiwis and alcohol’AL580 – Health PromotionAgency

  27. That’s 9.7 litres* for every person 15 years and older *‘The real story of Kiwis and alcohol’AL580 – Health PromotionAgency

  28. Did you know?

  29. 1 in 8 people drinking this weekend will get drunk

  30. 1 in 7 adults have been injured when they’ve been drinking (at some point in their life)

  31. The more you drink in one session, the more likely you are to hurt yourself or someone else

  32. But you can change your personal injury forecast by…

  33. Planning how much you’re going to drink tonight

  34. Pacing yourself with non-alcoholic drinks

  35. Having something substantial to eat

  36. And looking out for yourself and your mates

  37. Did you know?

  38. If you’re organising a party or event it’s easy to be a responsible host by...

  39. Providing substantial food early, and appealing low or non-alcoholic drinks

  40. Planning to do things other than eat and drink

  41. Looking out for young people – remember minors can’t be served alcohol

  42. Arranging safe transport so your guests get home safely

  43. Did you know?

  44. ACC receives around 4,000new claims each week for injuries that happen on steps and stairs

  45. And most of these injuries happen in or around the home

  46. onSaturdays

  47. But you can change your personal injury forecast by…

  48. Focusing on where you’re stepping

  49. Keeping steps and stairs free of clutter

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