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BCIRPU projects related to fire safety
BCIRPU has collaborated on a number of projects related to home and fire safety, and the health and wellness of firefighters.
Announcing new regional injury prevention leads
We are pleased to welcome four new individuals who will lead injury prevention initiatives in each of the regional health authorities.
37 projects funded in this year’s Vision Zero Grant Program
Projects funded include improvements such as crosswalk infrastructure, closed streets, traffic calming, speed limit reduction pilots, and road safety planning.
Study: Better information on concussion in youth sport is needed
Learn more about the SHRed Concussions study for high school kids and how to participate.
Congrats on your retirement, Dr. Stanwick!
During his career, Dr. Richard Stanwick’s advocacy, sharp mind, and good humour resulted in innovative programs and policies that improved safety and saved lives.
Project to use virtual reality to help police recognize brain injuries
The training tool will enable law enforcement to make more informed decisions about what to look for and when to seek medical support in a timely manner.
Dr. Shelina Babul promoted to Clinical Professor
Well done, Shelina!
Project to explore effect of COVID-19 restrictions on injuries among children and youth
The one-year project will look at the consequence of quarantine on unintentional injuries at home, play, and on the road.
Happy Holidays!
From all of us to you, good tidings and safe gatherings this holiday season.
Injury Insights
Our Injury Insights provide a quick snapshot of current injury prevention research.