The impact of poisoning in British Columbia : a cost analysis

Poisoning, from substances such as illicit drugs, prescribed and over-the-counter medications, alcohol, pesticides, gases and household cleaners, is the leading cause of injury-related death and the second leading cause for injury-related hospital admission in British Columbia. We examined the health and economic costs of poisoning in BC for 2016, using a societal perspective, to support public health policies aimed at minimizing losses to society.Medicine, Faculty ofNon UBCEmergency Medicine, Department ofPediatrics, Department ofPopulation and Public Health (SPPH), School ofReviewedFacultyResearche