Injury Prevention Program
Injuries as a Public Health Concern
Indian Health Focus: Injuries 2017 Edition [PDF - 5MB]
- Leading cause of death for AI/ANs aged 1-44 years
- Third leading cause of death for all ages
- Fourth leading cause of death for infants
- 42% of years potential life lost for AI/ANs <65 years old
- Total costs = $4.5 billion per year
- Unintentional injury deaths decreased 59% (1972-2010)
Mission
Empower American Indians and Alaska Natives to enhance health and well-being by preventing injuries and violence through collaborative and innovative programs.
About Us
We are the lead IHS program to address the injury disparities on AI/AN communities. This widely-recognized program works with tribes and partners to reduce the disproportionate impact of injuries on Indian people.
- Adopt the public heath approach to prevent injuries
- Assist communities implement injury prevention programs
- Support community-specific solutions
- Facilitate capacity building
- Share effective strategies
- Build partnerships
- Develop policy
- Provide training
STAY CONNECTED
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FEATURED ITEMS
- TIPCAP Application Template [WORD - 850 KB]
- Injury and Violence Prevention Program Strategies [PDF - 469 KB]
- Sample Evaluation Plan Table [WORD - 850 KB]
- Sample Logic Model [WORD - 850 KB]
- Sample Work Plan Table [WORD - 850 KB]
- Injury Prevention Program Planning [PDF - 812 KB]
- Indian Health Focus: Injuries 2017 Edition [PDF - 5 MB]
- Elder falls and drowsy driving prevention highlighted on IHS Facebook page
