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...]
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Student Success
“I owe my current success to the training I received from the IPRC.” – Laura Schwab Reese, PhD, 2015
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ACEs
The UI Promote Resiliency Initiative aims to increase education, research, and awareness of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
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New Report
Iowa Stakeholders identified five priorities for addressing overdoses in the state.
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UI IPRC Injury Blog

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...]

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...]