The Trauma Center's Injury Prevention & Outreach Program at Northside Hospital Gwinnett employs evidence-based strategies to prevent injuries and advocates for policies that enhance the health and safety of the community.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), injuries and violence are the leading cause of death among Americans aged 1 to 44, costing over $406 billion yearly in medical care and lost productivity. Despite the fact that some injuries are unintentional and cannot be avoided, many injuries are preventable.
Fall Prevention
We strive to prevent elder falls by linking patients to services that increase mobility, reduce risk factors for falling, stimulate participation in physical and social activities, and provide balance-improving programs. BINGOcize®, Tai chi and other fitness programs for older individuals have been demonstrated to prevent falls among participants. Explore how you and your family members can prevent falls.
Are you ready to enhance your driving techniques? These materials serve as useful reminders of safe driving practices.
Violence and injury are issues of public health. Discover how you may assist yourself and others.