Harborview Injury Prevention & Research Center

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NEW CDC Funding

Funding will support the study of overdose prevention in rural communities, parenting support in tribal communities, school violence prevention, & falls among older adults.

Equity in Aquatic Programming

Your new FREE resource for creating inclusive and accessible aquatic programs.

November 2024 Observances

Together, we can raise awareness on Youth Suicide Prevention for National Injury Prevention Day and highlight World Burn Safety.

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Recent Blog Posts

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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Former HIPRC Trainee to become Safe States Alliance Executive Director

The Safe States Alliance Executive Committee has selected Sharon Gilmartin to step into the role of Executive Director, effective January 2025. Gilmartin was a former HIPRC Research Fellow from 2009-2011. She worked on various traffic…

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Police Vehicular Pursuits Research Study

This study will gather data on police vehicular pursuits in Washington State. We seek to gather “lived experience” from those who experienced, had a family member experience, or witnessed a vehicular police pursuit in the…

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Empowering Youth Justice Outreach (EYJO) during Youth Justice Action Month (YJAM)

The Empowering Youth Justice Outreach (EYJO) project is an innovative youth-led initiative aimed at raising awareness about issues faced by young people exposed to the criminal legal system. This impactful program is made possible through…

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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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