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...]
UI IPRC Injury Blog
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...]
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...]
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...]
Dr. Peek-Asa reflects on 15 years as our director
This month marked a new and exciting chapter for the UI Injury Prevention Research Center (UI IPRC) as we welcomed Carri Casteel, our center’s associate director for research, into her new role as … [Read More...]