3 Cheers for the Early Years - For Parents - Injury Prevention

3 Cheers for the Early Years

Health Promotion

Injury Prevention

Information for Parents |  Health Promotion

The role of Injury Prevention in healthy child development:

Children must have safe environments to develop healthy bodies and minds. If they are unable to safely explore, their creativity and learning will suffer and they will be in great danger of injury as they do not have the skills to protect themselves.

Injuries are the leading cause of death and disability for children in Alberta. More children die each year from injuries than from all childhood diseases combined. Yet, 90% or all injuries are predictable and preventable – they are not “accidents.”

Injury Prevention Resources

Injury Prevention Links

Calgary Health Region:
Other Websites:
 

  Privacy/Disclaimer