@PreventChildInj

A national group of organizations and individuals working together to prevent child and adolescent injury, the leading cause of death for American youth.

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A 13-year-old is recovering after a serious e-bike crash. His helmet made all the difference.🧠🚲🛴 @UWMedicine spoke with the local teen & @HIPRC's @DrBethEbel about staying safe on e-scooters and e-bikes this summer and beyond. Safety Tips + Story: hiprc.org/blog/from-sidewalk…
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Welcome to today’s #ButtonBatterySafety X chat. We are going to be talking about what can happen when children swallow button batteries and what parents can do to prevent this from happening.
Welcome to today’s #ButtonBatterySafety X chat! T4CIP logo and hashtag

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Button cell or coin batteries are associated with thousands emergency department visits every year. Register to this webinar to learn more about #ButtonBatterySafety at home.
T4CIP (Trainees for Child Injury Prevention)@T4CIP_18 Mar 2025
Join @T4CIP_ and @PreventChildInj for our upcoming #ButtonBatterySafety webinar, May 21, 1-2 p.m. ET.! Hear from experts @KrisJatanaMD, @GaryASmithMD, @USCPSC Consumer Ombudsman Jonathan Midgett, and Trista Hamsmith from @ReesesPurpose. Register: bit.ly/T4CIP-ButtonBatteryWe…
#ButtonBatterySafety Webinar. Hosted by Prevent Child Injury and Trainees for Child Injury Prevention. Wednesday, May 21, 2025. 1-2 p.m. ET. Register at https://bit.ly/T4CIP-ButtonBatteryWebinar. Headshots of 4 presenters with their names and affiliations: Dr. Kris Jatana, Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Gary Smith, Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Jonathan Midgett, PhD, US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Trista Hamsmith, Reese’s Purpose. Logos of T4CIP and Prevent Child Injury.

ALT #ButtonBatterySafety Webinar. Hosted by Prevent Child Injury and Trainees for Child Injury Prevention. Wednesday, May 21, 2025. 1-2 p.m. ET. Register at https://bit.ly/T4CIP-ButtonBatteryWebinar. Headshots of 4 presenters with their names and affiliations: Dr. Kris Jatana, Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Gary Smith, Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Jonathan Midgett, PhD, US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Trista Hamsmith, Reese’s Purpose. Logos of T4CIP and Prevent Child Injury.

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Join @T4CIP_ and @PreventChildInj for our upcoming #ButtonBatterySafety webinar, May 21, 1-2 p.m. ET.! Hear from experts @KrisJatanaMD, @GaryASmithMD, @USCPSC Consumer Ombudsman Jonathan Midgett, and Trista Hamsmith from @ReesesPurpose. Register: bit.ly/T4CIP-ButtonBatteryWe…
#ButtonBatterySafety Webinar. Hosted by Prevent Child Injury and Trainees for Child Injury Prevention. Wednesday, May 21, 2025. 1-2 p.m. ET. Register at https://bit.ly/T4CIP-ButtonBatteryWebinar. Headshots of 4 presenters with their names and affiliations: Dr. Kris Jatana, Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Gary Smith, Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Jonathan Midgett, PhD, US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Trista Hamsmith, Reese’s Purpose. Logos of T4CIP and Prevent Child Injury.

ALT #ButtonBatterySafety Webinar. Hosted by Prevent Child Injury and Trainees for Child Injury Prevention. Wednesday, May 21, 2025. 1-2 p.m. ET. Register at https://bit.ly/T4CIP-ButtonBatteryWebinar. Headshots of 4 presenters with their names and affiliations: Dr. Kris Jatana, Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Dr. Gary Smith, Nationwide Children’s Hospital. Jonathan Midgett, PhD, US Consumer Product Safety Commission. Trista Hamsmith, Reese’s Purpose. Logos of T4CIP and Prevent Child Injury.

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Join us here for a #ButtonBatterySafety Day of Action X chat, May 21, 11 a.m.-noon ET. Join in by using #ButtonBatterySafety and/or following @T4CIP_
#ButtonBatterySafety Day of Action X chat, May 21, 11 a.m.-noon ET. Join in by using #ButtonBatterySafety

ALT #ButtonBatterySafety Day of Action X chat, May 21, 11 a.m.-noon ET. Join in by using #ButtonBatterySafety

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Bike safety starts at the top — with a helmet.🧠 ➡️Swipe through for quick tips on helmet fit, safe routes & injury prevention.
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Every year in the U.S., an average of 37 children under 15 lose their lives to pediatric vehicular heatstroke—an entirely preventable tragedy. Join us to hear from experts analyzing the environmental, behavioral, and vehicular factors behind PVH, the latest research and national data, and actionable strategies to drive change. Learn more and register: childrenssafetynetwork.org/e…
Upcoming Webinar: Preventing Pediatric Vehicular Heatstroke. Register Now! April 30, 1 - 2 PM ET.

ALT Upcoming Webinar: Preventing Pediatric Vehicular Heatstroke. Register Now! April 30, 1 - 2 PM ET.

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APHA
@PublicHealth14 Apr 2025
Join APHA, APA, ICMA and NLC on April 22 at 3:30 p.m. ET for an insightful conversation on the impact of incivility on public servants, including city managers, health professionals and elected officials. April 22, live and online nlc.org/events/addressing-th…
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World Health Organization (WHO)
@WHO7 Apr 2025
#WorldHealthDay 2025: Healthy beginnings, hopeful futures xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1ynKOlrpY…
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APHA
@PublicHealth7 Apr 2025
National Public Health Week is here! Public health starts with each of us making a difference in our homes and communities. It’s how the places we live, work and play affect our well-being. Join us April 7-13 nphw.org #NPHW #ItStartsHere
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Brain Injury Assoc.@biaamerica1 Mar 2025
Today is the first day of Brain Injury Awareness Month! Throughout March, we will be spreading awareness and advocating for brain injury causes alongside the brain injury community. Want to join the effort but aren't sure how? Visit our website: bit.ly/4aKl4DE
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American Burn Association@Ameriburn3 Feb 2025
#NBAW Safety Tip of the Day! 🛁 Did you know setting your water heater below 120°F can help prevent serious burns? A quick thermostat adjustment can keep your family safe and comfortable! 🔗 Learn more: ow.ly/cYBp50USnOO #burnprevention | #burneducation | #burncare
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American Burn Association@Ameriburn4 Feb 2025
#NBAW Safety Tip of the Day! 🍳 Stay close while you cook! It’s easy to get distracted, but leaving food unattended can quickly lead to fires or burns. 🔗 Learn more: ow.ly/2Kxt50USnON #ameriburn | #burnprevention | #burneducation | #burncare
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We Save Lives@wesavelivesorg21 Jan 2025
#NationalPassengerSafetyWeek Remember that not everyone has a voice so we are speaking up for them. It is the drivers responsibility to drive safe so that everyone arrives alive. #family #love #wesavelives #passengersafety Because we care . . .
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Every year thousands of children are sent to the hospital with serious injuries from sledding. Before your child hits the hill, consider these safety tips. #sledding #snowday #safekids @PreventChildInj
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Readygov
@Readygov2 Jan 2025
Is your home ready for extreme cold? Make sure you... - Have proper insulation, caulking & weather stripping. - Know how to keep pipes from freezing. - Have working smoke alarms & carbon monoxide detectors with battery backups. More: ready.gov/winter-weather #WinterReady
Be prepared for winter storms.

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nhtsagov
@NHTSAgov20 Dec 2024
Bicycles and helmets are delivered as a package gift from Santa's workshop!🎄🚲 Be like Santa — don't forget the helmet!
An illustration of Santa Claus riding a bicycle in a snowy landscape with text saying 'Santa Bringing a Bicycle? Don't forget the helmet!'

ALT An illustration of Santa Claus riding a bicycle in a snowy landscape with text saying 'Santa Bringing a Bicycle? Don't forget the helmet!'

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Injury Prevention Centre@StopInjury13 Dec 2024
Thousands of kids end up in the hospital every year due to sledding injuries. Keep your kiddos on the hill by preparing ahead of time. Learn more about sledding safety from our friends at @PreventChildInj : bit.ly/4fcLizd
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#Teens, talking about #suicide & #mentalhealth can be scary, but you’re not alone! @HIPRC & @intheforefront have created a new digital resource with FAQs to help you understand and feel supported. Swipe through & share this post to help spread awareness: hiprc.org/nipd-suicide/
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Today!!! DYK that disaster readiness for children is also injury prevention? NPDC plans to be on the XChat today join me! @safekids @Everytown @GIFFORDS_org @InjuryFree @PreventChildInj @savir_org @SafeStates #BeInjuryFree @InjuryFreeKids @InjuryFree
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