#BeInjuryFree A4: We distributed 100 gun safes to families on Wednesday. Each participant stopped to chat with representatives from county programs (Team Hope suicide prevention, Drug & Alcohol program, & Veterans Affairs) and Be SMART for Kids

A5: Just because a firearm is hidden, it doesn’t mean that it’s stored safely. Limit access to firearms and reduce the possibility of gun violence in the home by storing them unloaded, separately from ammunition, and locked up, away & out of sight. #BeInjuryFree #BeSMART

Injury Free Coalition for Kids There is a trend to store laundry packets and detergents in glass or plastic jars, which can put curious kids at risk for potential poison exposure. We encourage parents to keep packets in their original container and keep the container closed. #BeInjuryFree

A6: Unintentional poisonings tend to happen more when kids are home more. This blog post from Lara McKenzie talks about hidden household hazards. Cleaning products and hand sanitizer are especially relevant as families are using them more. #BeInjuryFree bit.ly/2ItV9qW

#BeInjuryFree with Official Mr. Yuk - Pittsburgh Poison Center as a phone contact!

#BeInjuryFree A7: We partner with organizations who are experts in their communities. Chris Vitale MSN, RN & UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh provide info for preventing injuries and community leaders share wisdom with their lived experiences #healthequity

A8. Populations in rural areas have significantly lower access to trauma. Thirty million Americans do not have access to trauma care within an hour of their residence. tinyurl.com/4k35u2b #BeInjuryFree #TCAA

That’s all the time we have today. HUGE thank you to our experts for sharing advice about preventing injuries at home, at work, and at play! #BeInjuryFree

Keep all medications and vitamins out of kids’ sight and reach. Check out our tips for proper medication storage to keep everyone safe: bit.ly/3EaiZ4f

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#PreventPoison from Holiday Drinks!🍷 🍸 👉 Even small amounts of alcohol can be dangerous for children 👆Keep adult beverages #UpAndAway from children's reach Questions? Call #PPC at 1-800-222-1222 #MrYuk

If your family is traveling for the #Holidays, prepare for #WinterWeather by: 🌡 Checking the forecast 🚧 Checking road conditions 📲 Staying mobile ⚙️ Winterizing your vehicle 🚨 Packing an emergency supply kit

#WinterWeather is unpredictable. ❄️ If you find yourself stopped or stalled in wintry weather, nhtsagov has tips on what you can do: youtu.be/TJXLLwriOi4

Keep it clear! Move things like stuffed animals🧸, pillows, decorations, jewelry 💍, and picture frames 🖼 off the tops of dressers so children aren't tempted to climb them. #AnchorIt

Kids get into…well, everything. That’s why you can ask Poison Centers anything! They’re here for you and your little ones as they grow. Save this number when they’re little, use it for a lifetime: #1-800-222-1222. #NPPW23 #PPC #MrYuk #PreventPoison

Did your little one get into a cleaning product? Call #PoisonHelp at #1-800-222-1222; our poison specialists are available 24/7/365 to answer your call. #MrYuk #PPC

#PreventPoison from cleaning products! 👆Keep ALL potentially poisonous products #UpAndAway from children's reach. #NPPW23 Questions? Call #PPC at 1-800-222-1222 #MrYuk

Allegheny County coalition coordinator (Marie) and Safe Kids Advocacy partner (Deep) ended #PrevCon2023 meeting with Rep. Summer Lee staff