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Published on: 12/9/2008
Last Visited: 4/8/2009
"Texas has made tremendous improvements in its medical liability environment, which is attracting many physicians to our state," said Dr. Angela Straface, president of the Texas College of Emergency Physicians.
"But we still have high rates of uninsured patients and need more physicians."
According to the Report Card, Texas lacks funding for injury prevention programs.
It is the 5th highest state to report alcohol-related traffic fatalities, and lacks statewide helmet law for motorcyclists.
"We need to enact common-sense laws, like helmet laws," said Dr. Straface.