La epidemia olvidada

Welcome to "The Forgotten Epidemic," a podcast where we discuss public health issues that often fly under the radar but profoundly affect our communities. Today, we're joined by Dr. Pablo Rodríguez, director of the Trauma Center at Centro Médico in San Juan, the institution that handles the most complex and urgent cases in the country. And I ask you: Do you know what the forgotten epidemic is? According to Dr. Rodríguez, there's a condition that, although rarely discussed, is the leading cause of death in people under 44 and also the leading cause of death in children: trauma caused by accidents and high-risk situations. In this episode, we'll understand why trauma is such a serious problem, how it can be prevented, and what we can do as a community to reduce these incidents, especially now that the holiday season is approaching, when risks historically increase. Stay with us. This conversation could save lives.