Our team had the opportunity to showcase some of our resources and training activities at the Injury Free Coalition for Kids Conference! Looking forward to more engaging presentations throughout the rest of the conference. Don’t forget to swing by our booth to say hello!

Laura Kemmerling & Dr Alicia Webb are moderating our last platform session at #InjuryFree2024.

From UIowa Injury Center: in rural Iowa, many teens use ATVs on public roads despite risks. Most believe it's safe & don't know the legal age for driving on roads. Education and stricter laws are vital to reduce ATV-related deaths and injuries. #ATVSafety #TeenSafety #InjuryFree2024

The California team highlights how #drowning fatality rates among 1-4 year-old California children has not declined in the last 5 years and call for improvement in the Pool Safety Law. #InjuryFree2024 #DrowningPrevention

The #PEM team Medical College of Wisconsin describe how their Pop-Up Safety Town initiative helped >400 kids in underserved communities learn vital safety skills, receive helmets, & resources. A budget-friendly, scalable model for at-risk youth. #InjuryFree2024 #ChildSafety #InjuryPrevention

'Brent Troy MD, MPH Children in low-resource neighborhoods are more likely to be injured during activities where helmets are recommended, with lower #helmet use & higher injury severity. Mapping injury data can guide targeted prevention efforts. #InjuryFree2024 Maneesha Agarwal, MD, FAAP

A novel #ChildPassengerSafety Program for #autistic youth helps families with unsafe car behaviors by installing safety devices. Key issues for families include elopement, aggression, & car damage. Further support is needed. #Autism #InjuryFree2024 Maneesha Agarwal, MD, FAAP

From UIowa Injury Center: UTV crashes in Iowa are rising; children < 16 make up 31% of injuries. Most incidents involve rollovers or ejections, often off-road. Severity increases with crashes on public roads & lack of seatbelt use. Enhanced safety measures are vital. #UTV #InjuryFree2024

'Marlene Melzer & Dr. Jennissen are moderating our final session of #InjuryFree2024.

Pediatric lawn mower injuries are often due to poor supervision (40%), kids not perceiving danger (40%), and mowing in reverse (51%). Safety tips: close supervision, no child rides, and safer mower design. #ChildSafety #InjuryPrevention #InjuryFree2024

Teens in low-opportunity neighborhoods show similar driving intentions as those in higher-opportunity areas, but at age 17-18, licensure rates are much lower. Addressing barriers to licensure is key to closing this gap. #TeenDriving #CommunityHealth #InjuryFree2024

Firearm injuries are the leading cause of death in children. A nationwide survey found 38 out of 40 Injury-Free Coalition sites provide safe storage devices. Understanding access barriers can expand these efforts and improve child safety. #GunSafety #ChildInjuryPrevention

Nearly 1 in 5 SUID cases in Cook County occur during temporary living situations. These cases often involve bedsharing, lack of cribs, and non-parental supervision. Addressing housing instability and safe sleep education is crucial. #InfantSafety #SUIDPrevention #InjuryFree2024

A study on pediatric trauma at a Level 1 Trauma Center found missed opportunities for social work, CAP team involvement, and DFPS reporting, potentially impacting care. Improving referral processes is vital for comprehensive pediatric trauma management. #PediatricTrauma

Pediatric road deaths surged during the pandemic, w/ an 11.8% increase overall. Key factors: more unlicensed drivers (+52.5%), less safety equipment use (+40.5%), and speed-related crashes (+32.2%). Insights from the Safe System framework highlight prevention needs. #RoadSafety

Safety Quest, a mobile classroom in an RV, teaches 4th-5th graders life-saving safety skills through interactive games: Home Hazard Hunt, Street Smarts, Fire Escape, & Charades. #ChildSafety #InjuryPrevention #InjuryFree2024

Seattle Children's launched an opioid overdose prevention program targeting youth and clinicians. In 2024, 150+ community members trained, 100 naloxone kits given. Participants reported increased confidence to use naloxone. #OpioidPrevention #YouthSafety #InjuryFree2024

The 22nd Annual Worcester Gun Buyback is happening this weekend 12/14/24! APSA Surgeons Injury Free Coalition for Kids UMass Memorial Health UMassSurgery

Now accepting abstracts for our annual conference in sunny Florida! This is a great opportunity for trainees, junior faculty, non-clinicians, and more! Learn more and submit here: injuryfree.org/2025conference/ #BeInjuryFree T4CIP (Trainees for Child Injury Prevention) SAVIR