Brazil's May Yellow Campaign: Preventing Traffic Accidents to Save Lives and Resources

Brazil's May Yellow Campaign Highlights Preventable Traffic Accidents Brazil is focusing on road safety during May Yellow, a month dedicated to reducing traffic accidents. Camila Lunardi, president of the Brazilian Association of Emergency Medicine (ABRAMEDE), recently spoke about the high cost of treating preventable accidents. "Millions of reais are spent on patients who could be active and productive members of society," she stated, emphasizing the need for increased prevention efforts. Lunardi stressed that many accidents are avoidable through increased caution and adherence to traffic laws. She pointed out that the financial burden on the public health system due to these accidents could be significantly reduced with a focus on prevention. "The most important thing is not just good treatment, but prevention," Lunardi said, urging drivers to prioritize safety and respect for life. May Yellow serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible driving and the collective effort needed to create safer roads in Brazil. The campaign aims to raise awareness and promote safer driving practices to reduce the number of preventable accidents and save lives.