American journal of public health
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We examined trends in distracted driving fatalities and their relation to cell phone use and texting volume. ⋯ Distracted driving is a growing public safety hazard. Specifically, the dramatic rise in texting volume since 2005 appeared to be contributing to an alarming rise in distracted driving fatalities. Legislation enacting texting bans should be paired with effective enforcement to deter drivers from using cell phones while driving.