Harborview Injury Prevention & Research Center

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National Injury Prevention Day

Monday, November 18, 2024, is the fifth annual National Injury Prevention Day! Join UW's Forefront Suicide Prevention & the HIPRC in raising awareness on youth suicide prevention!

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The INSIGHT Summer Research Program offers an immersive experience in public health and injury prevention, ideal for undergraduate, graduate, and first-year medical students passionate about impactful research. Gain hands-on training, mentorship from leading experts, and skills to advance your career.

December 2024 Observances

This month, join us in raising awareness about holiday hazards and promoting winter safety. Together, we can help ensure a safe and joyful season for everyone!

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Recent Blog Posts

2024 HIPRC Dr. Frederick P. Rivara Endowment Awarded

The 2024 recipient of the Dr. Frederick P. Rivara Endowment is PhD candidate Premgamon Kuntajak, MS, RN, AGPCNP-BC, for her project titled, “Psychological Resilience among Older Adults following Mild-Moderate Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI): A Concurrent…

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Preventing Falls in Long-Term Care: New study highlights System-Wide Solutions

Older adults residing in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) have a higher risk for falls. While many fall prevention efforts focus on individuals, like balance exercises or medication adjustments, new research highlights system-wide changes to make…

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Advancing Health Equity: A Framework for Public Health Researchers

A new report published October 2024 in the Injury Prevention journal reviews “The Continuum of Health Equity Practice & Science,” a framework designed to help public health researchers and practitioners focus on health equity. Developed…

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INSIGHT HS Alum Collaborates with HIPRC Researchers to Promote Active Transportation Safety

The UW Harborview Injury Prevention & Research Center (HIPRC) is committed to reducing injury and violence through empowering the next generation of public health leaders. This past summer, a 2023 INSIGHT High School Alum, William…

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NEW Funding Opportunity from Safe States

Below are Funding Opportunities from the National Association of County & City Health Officials (NACCHO). Request for Proposals: Expanding Community-Based Suicide Prevention (ECSP) Project  Deadline: Friday, November 22, 2024 In partnership with Centers for Disease Control…

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New Research Highlights Effective Fall Prevention Strategies in Long-Term Care Facilities

Older adults living in long-term care facilities (LTCFs) face a higher risk for falls than those living independently in the community. New research reveals tailored exercise interventions at LTCFs can help reduce falls and improve…

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About Us

We conduct research, train scientists, educate public health practitioners, and implement prevention programs to achieve injury-related health equity across the lifespan.

Research

We are dedicated to leading and supporting the best in injury research and to embracing the principles of health equity.

Training & Education

We are creating a pipeline of skilled, insightful, and productive investigators who will advance the field of injury control science in response to community needs.

Community Outreach

We work with diverse communities to identify injury prevention concerns and collaborate with community and policy partners to prevent injuries.

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