Changing epidemiologic patterns of deliberate self poisoning in a rural district of Sri Lanka

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Acute poisoning is a major public health issue in many parts of the world. The epidemiology and the mortality rate is higher in low and middle income countries, including Sri Lanka. The aim of this study was to provide details about...

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Main Authors: Senarathna Lalith, Jayamanna Shaluka F, Kelly Patrick J, Buckley Nick A, Dibley Michael J, Dawson Andrew H
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-08-01
Series:BMC Public Health
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2458/12/593