Emergency Preparedness for Snowstorms & Power Outages
Winter storms can arrive quickly and leave lasting impacts—heavy snow, ice, and strong winds often bring power outages, hazardous travel conditions, and limited access to emergency services. Being prepared before a snowstorm hits can protect your family, reduce stress, and help prevent injuries. Emergency preparedness doesn’t have to be complicated; a few thoughtful steps can […]
Kids and Cars Safety: Protecting Children During the Winter Months
Winter brings unique hazards when it comes to children and vehicles. Cold temperatures, snow, and reduced visibility can turn everyday routines—like warming up the car or backing out of the driveway—into dangerous situations. Each year, preventable injuries and fatalities occur when children are left unattended in or around vehicles, even during the winter months. Understanding […]
National Injury Prevention Day: Shining a Light on a Safer Future
Every year, injuries claim hundreds of thousands of lives and leave millions more facing long-term recovery. Yet, so many of these tragedies are preventable. On National Injury Prevention Day (NIPD), communities across the country come together to raise awareness, share solutions, and take action to prevent injuries before they happen. This year, the American Trauma […]
Hunting Safety in Pennsylvania: A Safe Season Starts with Smart Choices
As fall turns to winter, hunters across Pennsylvania head into the woods to enjoy one of the state’s most time-honored traditions. Hunting provides opportunities to connect with nature, practice conservation, and spend time with family and friends, but it also comes with risks that require preparation, awareness, and respect for safety. The American Trauma Society, […]
School Bus Safety: Protecting Our Children Every Ride
School is back in session, and millions of children across the country board a school bus every morning, ready to start their day of learning. National School Bus Safety Week, October 20-24, 2025, reminds the public of the importance of school bus safety. Each year, hundreds of children are injured while entering or exiting school […]
National Child Passenger Safety Week: Protecting Our Youngest Passengers
Keeping children safe while traveling is a top concern for parents and caregivers. With so many car seat options and ever-changing recommendations, it can be overwhelming to know what’s best. That’s why National Child Passenger Safety Week, September 21–27, 2025, is the perfect time to revisit how we protect children on the road. Why Car […]
Back-to-School Safety: Preventing Injuries and Trauma as Students Return to the Classroom
As summer winds down and backpacks are filled with fresh supplies, it’s important to prepare for more than just academics. The back-to-school season also brings a spike in preventable injuries, making this a crucial time for families, schools, and communities to focus on safety and trauma prevention. From transportation to playgrounds, students encounter many risks […]
Stop on Red Week: Why Obeying Red Lights Saves Lives
Every year, thousands of people are seriously injured or killed because someone ran a red light. Stop on Red Week, observed each August, is a national campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of red-light running and the life-saving importance of obeying traffic signals. At its core, this campaign is about preventing trauma and protecting […]
Stay Safe During Pennsylvania’s Summer Storms: Lightning Safety and Severe Weather Preparedness
As summer rolls into Pennsylvania, so do the threats of severe weather. Thunderstorms, heavy rain, high winds, hail, and especially lightning can strike with little warning—putting people at risk of serious injury or even death. In 2023 alone, the National Weather Service reported over 100 days of severe weather alerts in the Commonwealth. With summer […]
Stay Safe This Summer: Essential Water Safety Tips for Every Family
With warmer weather comes more time around pools, lakes, and oceans, but whether you’re swimming, boating, or just relaxing near the water, safety should always come first. Drowning is a leading cause of unintentional injury death for children, and many of these tragedies are preventable. As we dive into the summer season, take time to […]