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The National Council of Urban Indian Health developed Hope for Life Day for su***de prevention in American Indian and Alaska Native communities. Today, and every day, we aim to create space that is welcoming and advocates for all people. Call or text 988 for free, live support.

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Sign up now to join EDC’s Julie Goldstein Grumet and Colleen Carr for this vital National Association for Behavioral Healthcare virtual event on 9/10 (2 ET): https://go.edc.org/NABH. Julie and Colleen will share their insights on the 2024 National Strategy for ***dePrevention. hashtag

Speak up for safety in the car and speak up on social media!

Get the graphics, story templates, etc. at https://www.speakup4safety.org/back2school/

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Mark your calendar: National Seat Check Saturday is Sept. 21! Visit an inspection station or checkup event near you! Learn more: https://cert.safekids.org/get-car-seat-checked

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Learn more about SUID prevention and safe sleep https://go.edc.org/CSN_safesleep

Following the ABCs of safe sleep—alone, on their back, and in a crib—does not mean you can't keep your little ones close. Consider placing a bassinet in your room during the first few months when your baby needs to be fed throughout the night. Room sharing is an easy way to be within arm’s reach without compromising your child’s safety by bed-sharing.

In honor of National Su***de Prevention month, we are revisiting this podcast with our director, Jennifer Leonardo, and CSN-A member and Executive Director of the Su***de Prevention Resource Center, Shelby Rowe, on "Culture and Context in Su***de Pevention" https://go.edc.org/su***de_prevention_podcast

This National Su***de Prevention Month, commit to reaching out to friends, family, and people in your community. Being connected to other people promotes belonging & helps protect against su***de. Learn more about how you can help prevent su***de: https://bit.ly/4dU5gOT

Today is the inaugural 988 Day! This annual event is dedicated to spreading awareness of the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline and emphasizing the importance of mental health support. Use to share how the 988 Lifeline is about “No Judgment. Just Help.” See how you can participate: https://bit.ly/3X85FIa

For more about injury and fatality risks for child pedestrians and cyclists on public roads, you can also check out the article authored by CSN and the CSN Economics Data Analysis Resource Center published in the peer-reviewed journal Injury Epidemiology, the article uses fatal and nonfatal crash data to examine risk factors for police-reported pedestrian and cyclist injuries on public roads among infants, children, and adolescents aged 0–9 and 10–19. https://www.childrenssafetynetwork.org/resources/injury-fatality-risks-child-pedestrians-cyclists-public-roads

Let's all be extra cautious ⚠️ and watch for bicyclists 🚴 as the seasons change. 🏖️➡️🍁

More: NHTSA.gov/BicycleSafety

"Car seats aren't just for little kids; they're crucial for protecting growing bodies. Seat belts are designed for adults, and without a booster, the lap belt can injure your child's abdomen in a crash. Research from NHTSA shows boosters reduce the risk of serious crash injuries by 45%."

Don't be fooled by their size! 👧👦 Even our "big kids" need booster seats. Car seats aren't just for little kids; they're crucial for protecting growing bodies. Seat belts are designed for adults, and without a booster, the lap belt can injure your child's abdomen in a crash. Research from NHTSA shows boosters reduce the risk of serious crash injuries by 45%.

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Join us September 18, 2024, 12:00–1:00 pm ET, for an informative webinar on engaging youth and young adults meaningfully.

Hear directly from adults and young professionals. Discover strategies to assess your organization’s readiness for authentic youth engagement.

Register today: https://youth.gov/feature-article/youthgov-webinar-meaningfully-engaging-young-people-principles-strategies-and

School buses are back 🚍 — let's all pay extra attention in school zones 🚸 and at bus stops 🚏 to keep kids SAFE! 💛

Join us for the third Innovation Hub Learning Community (IHLC) webinar of the year on September 26 from 3-4 PM ET!

Our next session, “Say More About That”: Qualitative Research and Interviewing Considerations, will explore ways qualitative interviewing can add a dimension to your evaluation practices, and how to incorporate it into your evaluation plans.

Register for September’s session and explore the final upcoming session this year! bit.ly/IHLCwebinar

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September is Baby Safety Month! To kick off our series of tips, remember to always check the back seat before leaving your car. A simple way to ensure your baby is with you is by placing a visual reminder, like a stuffed toy, in the front seat! Stay tuned for more tips and remember to keep babies safe from harm! For more tips from JPMA visit https://bit.ly/purple-safety-month-2024-1

Adding nonapproved covers, inserts and accessories can compromise the car seat's structure and performance, potentially putting your child at risk in a crash. Always prioritize safety and use products approved by the car seat manufacturer.

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The 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline is committed to providing the most inclusive care possible for all. 988 offers specialized LGBTQI services for our youth and young adults nationwide. This feature is available through text, call, and chat. For mental health support 24/7, text or call 988, or chat at 988lifeline.org.

Did you know that motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of death for teens? With school back in session and more teens on the road, parents and caregivers can help keep teen drivers safe.

Learn the most effective strategies to help keep teens safe on the road: bit.ly/3xgLrC0

Car seats are designed to snap into a vehicle base or a stroller – not a shopping cart. The baby is at risk of falling from a shopping cart and the car seat could be damaged in a mishap. Instead, you can place the car seat in the shopping cart or wear the baby, but never put the car seat on top of the shopping cart.

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According to the CDC, drowning is the leading cause of death among children 1–4 years old. But drowning is preventable.

Did you know that 70% of toddler drownings happen during non-swim times? This alarming statistic highlights the importance of water safety awareness, even when no one is supposed to be in the water.

We understand that it's impossible to keep eyes on your child at all times, and this is why the 5 Layers of Protection are crucial.

Children are naturally curious and often explore their surroundings without recognizing potential dangers. Pools, ponds, and other bodies of water can attract their attention, making it essential for families to implement multiple layers of protection.

Safety measures, such as barriers & alarms, active supervision, water competency, life jackets when in or around open water, and emergency preparation, can significantly reduce the risk of tragic incidents.

Drowning is preventable. Learn more about our 5 Layers of Protection at our website.

Helping teens develop and respectful relationships early on may protect them from the harmful consequences of dating violence. Check out our Teen Dating Violence Prevention Fact Sheet (http://go.edc.org/CSNA-TDVP) for more practices.

Did you know bullying can come in three different forms?

• Verbal bullying is saying or writing hurtful things like teasing, making threats, or inappropriate comments
• Social bullying involves hurting someone’s reputation or relationships like by leaving someone out on purpose or spreading rumors about them.
• Physical bullying involves hurting someone’s body or possessions like by breaking someone’s things or throwing things at someone.

Learn more about bullying at https://www.stopbullying.gov/bullying/what-is-bullying.

Giving bystanders the skills to diffuse a challenging moment between a caregiver and a can help to prevent child abuse and neglect. For more practices, view our webinar recording: go.edc.org/CANPWebinar

When and How to Safely Involve Children in Farm Tasks? This article provides practical information that farm parents, or any caregiver, can use to decide when children can be on the farm worksite, the type of tasks that can be assigned to the children, and the safety measures to adopt.

Vehicle crashes are a leading cause of injury, hospitalization, and death for American children, making it a leading concern. Learn more about how to promote by watching our webinar recording: http://go.edc.org/CPSWebinar

Did you know? Drowning is the third leading cause of unintentional injury deaths for children and adolescents ages 5–19.

This , find out which young people are more at-risk and learn how to keep youth safe with this Children's Safety Network (CSN) infographic: https://www.childrenssafetynetwork.org/infographics/disparities-us-childhood-adolescent-drowning-deaths