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The mission of Carolinas Center for Injury Prevention and Control is to prevent injuries and the disabilities, deaths and healthcare costs associated with them. Established in 1999, our center has become an important regional resource for research, program development, education, policy implementation and prevention strategies.
Our staff collaborates with other public and private entities that share our vision for promoting safety, such as the Metrolina Regional Trauma's Injury Prevention Committee and the Mecklenburg Safe Communities coalition.
Why is Injury Prevention Important?
Unintentional injury is the leading cause of death and disability in people ages one to 44. Many of these injuries are preventable. Through careful data collection and analysis, we can predict when, how and why injuries occur and develop strategies to prevent them.
How Do We Prevent Injuries?
Injuries can be prevented through several avenues:
- Policy and environmental change
- Research on best practices
- Education
- Program implementation
Safety Spotlight
With summer fast approaching, local safety advocates have joined forces to promote bicycle helmet usage to make this summer safer for area kids. Local law enforcement, officers, park watch staff, and area bike safety advocates whom "spot" children wearing a bike helmet this summer will be given a voucher for a free ticket to a Charlotte Knights games as a reward. Children spotted without a helmet will be given a voucher for a free helmet redeemable at select local bike stores.
So be SPOTTED Being Wheel Safe!
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In Summer Heat, a Car Becomes an Oven!
Parents running a quick errand may think their children will remain safe and comfortable inside their cars. But even on mild days, bright sunshine can raise the temperature inside a car to dangerous levels, and can cause permanent injury or death. Never leave your child in the car, even with the windows down. When you reach your destination, check to make sure all children leave the vehicle. Don't overlook sleeping infants.
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, cars parked in driveways can be dangerous too. Always lock car doors and trunks, especially when your vehicle is parked at home. Young children playing in the driveway could crawl into a hot or idling car unnoticed, and may lack the developmental skills to get out again. For more information on keeping your child safe around cars, visit www.safekids.org.
Here's a printable reminder in English and Spanish to post in your home, day care, school, church and business.
Additional Summertime Safety Tips
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