We are hiring a Community Mobilizer/Coordinator responsible for leading the mobilization and activation of the BC injury prevention network. The incumbent will work to bring together various injury prevention networks active in the province, drawing on the networks of...
This report explores the extent of trampoline-related injuries among children ages 0-17 years old, presenting at the emergency department at the BC Children’s Hospital (BCCH), for the period January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2013. Open the report (PDF) »
We have several decades of combined research experience focused on child injury prevention. We enjoy doing this work as a way to affect real change and improve the lives of children and their families. We have had the privilege of joining a local, national and...
Overly safe playgrounds aren’t challenging enough for children’s bodies or minds, says a pediatrics professor at the University of B.C. — and they’re no fun, either. Developmental psychologist Mariana Brussoni says hovering parents and nervous school administrators...
