June: National Safety Awareness Month

Injuries are the leading cause of death for Americans ages 1 to 44. The good news is there are many things people can do to stay safe and prevent injuries.

Make a difference – spread the word about ways to reduce the risk of injuries. Encourage communities, workplaces, families, and individuals to identify and report safety hazards.

How can National Safety Month make a difference?

We can all use this time to raise awareness about important safety issues like:

• Preventing poisonings
• Driving, biking, and working safely
• Preventing slips, trips, and falls

Everyone can get involved in reducing the risk of injuries. Together, we can share information about steps people can take to protect themselves and others.

How can I help spread the word?

We’ve made it easier for you to make a difference! This toolkit is full of ideas to help you take action today. For example:

• Add information about safety to your newsletter.
• Tweet about National Safety Month.
• Host a community event where families can learn about injury prevention.
• Add this Web badge to your website, blog, or social networking profile.

Get Involved:

Take action to increase awareness about safety issues.

1. Partner with a local high school to host an information session on the risks of distracted driving.
2. Encourage your employees to take the SafeAtWork pledge.
3. Sign up to get free National Safety Month materials.
4. Invite a nurse or an employee from your local public health department to speak to your organization about preventing slips, trips, and falls.
5. Host a speaker series at your local library where public health and safety experts can discuss injury prevention with community members.

Find More Information:

• National Safety Council
  National Safety Month Sponsor
• Distracted Driving
  National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
• Prescription Drug Abuse
  Mayo Clinic
• Prescription Drugs
  National Institutes of Health, National Institute on Drug Abuse for Teens
• Prescription Painkiller Overdoses in the US
  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Including Older Adults and People with Disabilities in Emergency Planning
  Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Community Living
• Fire Safety Checklist for Homeowners and Renters
  Federal Emergency Management Agency
• Tips to Adjust Your Computer and Desk at Work
  National Institutes of Health, Division of Occupational Health and Safety
• Older Adult Falls
  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• Workplace Safety & Health
  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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