Dr. Adnan Hyder Featured in UAE Newspaper Discussing Injury Data Project

The Johns Hopkins International Injury Research Unit is working with the Health Authority in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, to provide a comprehensive review and evaluation of the country’s pilot injury surveillance system. The National, an English-language newspaper published in Abu Dhabi, recently reported on the project's progress. The article features quotes from Dr. Adnan Hyder, director of the Unit.

The injury surveillance system being tested will ultimately help to reduce the burden of injuries in the region by providing accurate data to influence policy change. When asked about how the system and the data collected will aid in this goal, Dr. Hyder stated,"As a researcher, I strongly believe in evidence for decision making. The better the data, the better the decision making."

To read The National's recent coverage of the project, please visit its website. For more information on the Johns Hopkins International Injury Research Unit's work in injury surveillance, please contact us.