Traffic **accidents** generate various types of costs that affect the entire society. These costs are divided into four main categories:

- **Material**: Accidents cause damage to vehicles, road infrastructure, and the environment. This implies repairs and maintenance that require economic resources.

- **Healthcare**: A significant investment in medical personnel and resources is needed to care for the injured. This includes first aid, medical treatments, rehabilitation, and any necessary adaptations for the affected individuals.

- **Administrative**: Accidents require the intervention of police and firefighters, which implies an expenditure on security resources. Additionally, there are additional costs that must be covered by insurance and entities providing services to the injured.

- **Human**: Traffic accidents are one of the leading causes of injuries and deaths, especially among young people. The human consequences are devastating, affecting not only the direct victims but also their families and society in general.


For all these reasons, traffic accidents are considered a public health problem that requires everyone's collaboration to reduce their impact.