The Injury and Violence Prevention Program at UC Davis Health is dedicated to preventing and reducing injuries through education and the strength of community partnerships.
By identifying the specific risks and causes of injuries in our area, we can facilitate evidence-based environmental and behavioral changes that enhance safety for all ages.
Pediatric Injury Prevention
Injury is the #1 killer of children and teens in the United States.
The UC Davis Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center treats over 1,300 children each year for preventable injuries. The most common causes of injuries are falls, car crashes, and acts of violence.
Our UC Davis Health Injury Prevention Program educates communities on car seat safety, traffic safety, and youth violence intervention. UC Davis Health is the lead agency for the Safe Kids Greater Sacramento coalition.
Contact us for more information on how to bring our education programs into your community.
Adult Injury Prevention
For older adults, the risk of falling is a major concern. Falls are the leading cause of injury, death, and loss of independence among seniors.
UC Davis Health patients may enroll in the 8-session workshop series “A Matter of Balance” through UC Davis Health Management and Education.
Our program also partners with the StopFalls Sacramento Coalition to offer free Matter of Balance classes to older adults in communities around the greater Sacramento region.
