Specifically, PM&R physicians: 1  Treat patients of all ages. 2  Focus treatment on function. 3  Have a broad medical expertise that allows them to treat disabling conditions throughout a personâs lifetime. 4  Diagnose and treat pain as a result of an injury, illness, or disabling condition. 5  Determine and lead a treatment/prevention plan.
Suicide is the leading cause of death for both male and female 15-to-19-year-olds in the Southeast Asia region, with slightly higher rates for girls (28 per 100,000 population) than boys (21 per 100,000 population). The rate for girls in this region is more than twice the global rate.
Accidents (unintentional injuries) are, by far, the leading cause of death among children and teens. THE TOP THREE CAUSES OF DEATH BY AGE GROUP. 0 to 1 year: 1  Developmental and genetic conditions that were present at birth.  Conditions due to premature birth (short gestation)