The world’s first standardized platform for data collection on burns Global Burn Registry The world’s first standardized platform for data collection on burns
THE BIGGER PICTURE
What is this registry? Online platform Successfully piloted Enables standardized burns data collection globally Developed by the WHO and a global network of experts Data is collected using a simple form & uploaded online Successfully piloted 60 hospitals across 30 countries Tool rated highly on relevance, clarity, validity
Why is it necessary? 180,000 people die each year from burns 95% of deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries Non-fatal burn injuries are a leading cause of morbidity Global data collection on burns currently fragmented
What is the WHO’s aim? Identify burns risk factors Conduct Assessments Clarify main burn risk factors and risk groups Conduct Assessments Enable international, regional and national assessments Burns prevention programming Enable targeted burn prevention programming
WHAT ABOUT MY HOSPITAL?
Why should my hospital participate? Collaborate in a global initiative lead by the World Health Organization to reduce burn injuries Provides a clear picture of burn risk factors in your setting Data can be analyzed locally, and compared globally
What does the GBR registration process involve? Register hospital facility Complete paper form for each patient Upload data online to GBR
How is data collected? Simple, short, checkbox driven paper form 2 pages Available in English, French or Spanish Takes 5 minutes to complete Filled out by clinical staff During the non-acute phase of admission
How can my hospital participate? Register to participate either via: Email: gbr@who.int GBR website: www.who.int/violence_injury_prevention/burns/gbr
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