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Welcome to the University of Iowa Injury Prevention Research Center

We prevent injuries through interdisciplinary research, education and outreach.

UI IPRC Injury Blog

What is “rural” in IVP research?

Rural injuries & violence is an understudied area in public health and presents unique challenges for research. With differences in population and geographic remoteness and the growing diversity … [Read More...]

UI IPRC year in review 2020

IVP during COVID-19: Our year in review

As the crippling pandemic swept across the world in 2020, the injury & violence prevention (IVP) field stepped up. We created new ways to address challenges posed by COVID-19. We studied the … [Read More...]

Injury Prevention Day November 18, 2020 (1)

Shine a green light on child injury prevention

On November 18 cities across the U.S. will light up green to mark the first National Injury Prevention Day to raise awareness that childhood injuries are serious but preventable. The day of observance … [Read More...]

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Kids, families, & mental health during COVID-19

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted our daily lives and routines, caused widespread illness and death, and created a sense of danger, social isolation, and financial insecurity for many. According to … [Read More...]

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Older adult falls prevention during COVID-19

In the U.S., falls are the leading cause of injury and death from injury in adults 65 years and older. Falls can also lead to disability and loss of independence for older adults. Falls prevention … [Read More...]

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Research

  • Center Expert Research Teams
  • Research Projects
  • Pilot Grant Program
  • Publications
  • Center Injury Data Library

Education & Training

  • Injury & Violence Prevention Field
  • Student Research
  • Curriculum
  • Funding
  • Careers

Outreach

  • Advocacy
  • Our Partners

Resources

  • Policy
  • COVID-19
  • Burden of Injury in IA
  • Interventions
  • Media Snippets
  • Success Stories
  • Infographics
  • Tools & Technology
  • Reports & Handouts

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