Injury Prevention

By Annika Weder ...

Palak Raval-Nelson is Deputy Health Commissioner for the  Department of Public Health. She has worked for the department since 1996 when she began her career as a public health...

TOPLINE:The Injury Prevention Program (TIPP), supported by pediatric residents and equipped with parent-focused tools, effectively reduced reported childhood injuries over the first 2 years of life.METHODOLOGY:The American Academy of...

Injuries are the leading cause of disability and death among Australian children and adolescents. At least a quarter of all emergency department presentations during childhood...

Research has shown that youth athletes can improve athletic performance and lower risk of injury when adhering to an injury prevention program. Clinicians from the Sports Medicine and Performance...

Medically Reviewed by Brandon McDonald, DO Spring sports are in full swing for many young athletes. Whether they’re participating in baseball, soccer, or another warm-weather activity, kids are at risk...