General Information
A prevailing belief in our society is that childhood injuries are "accidents," or random events. To the contrary, a growing body of scientific evidence has established that injury is very much like any other disease in that it follows a pattern and is highly predictable.
As part of its commitment to excellence in pediatric care, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center has not only embraced the concept of injury as a disease, but also that prevention is the most humane and cost-effective form of cure.
The multifaceted approach toward injury prevention employs the disciplines of education, health care, community groups, law enforcement and the media. These disciplines form the building blocks of a solid network of community-based partnerships and programs designed to increase awareness and education. This multifaceted approach allows development of strategies for specific target populations, fosters community involvement, and promotes public awareness.
For more information, please contact Trauma Services at Cincinnati Children's, which offers programs that are available for groups or schools.
