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Healthcare and Social Assistance

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Figure 2. Number of Nonfatal Occupational Injuries and Illnesses Involving Days Away From Work From Sprains and Strains, HCSA Sector, 2003-2008

Figure 2. Number of Nonfatal Occupational Sprains and Strains Involving Days Away From Work, Healthcare and Social Assistance Sector, 2003-2006

Figure 2 (table version). Number of Nonfatal Occupational Injuries and Illnesses Involving Days Away From Work From Sprains and Strains, HCSA Sector, 2003-2008
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008
Healthcare and social assistance (62*) 102,770 95,500 92,910 86,130 86,060 84,380
Ambulatory Healthcare services (621*) 14,020 15,750 11,520 13,900 12,730 13,200
Hospitals (622*) 39,070 36,370 36,680 33,480 33,500 33,080
Nursing and residential care facilities (623*) 38,790 34,800 36,610 30,870 30,380 29,340
Social assistance ( 624*) 10,890 8,590 8,100 7,870 9,460 8,760

* NAICS Code

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Page last updated: August 16, 2010
Page last reviewed: April 27, 2011
Content Source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
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Healthcare and Social Assistance

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