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…
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…
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…
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…
The Washington State Office of Financial Management contracted with the University of Washington to conduct a legislative-mandated study, Senate Bill 55950-S.SL, on police pursuits in Washington state. This study will gather data on police vehicular…
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…
We’re excited to launch the Youth–Rural Education and Careers in Healthcare (Youth-REACH) Program! A unique initiative designed to empower and prepare youth from rural areas in the WWAMI region for college and careers in healthcare….
A recent Scientific American article highlights the alarming rise in adult drowning deaths in the U.S. In 2022 there were over 4,500 drowning fatalities reported, with more than 70% of them involving adults. Drowning rates…
HIPRC’s Core Faculty Member, Dr. Beth Ebel, sat down with KOMO-TV’s Preston Phillips to discuss a personal story around drowning prevention and the importance of learning to swim. She shares tips to stay safe around…
Dr. Frederick Rivara, HIPRC Core Faculty, recently authored a new Viewpoint in the JAMA Pediatrics. Dr. Rivara reflects on his 24 years as editor-in-chief of two prestigious journals in the JAMA Network (JAMA Pediatrics and…