NEW Youth Sports Concussion CDC Online Training.  Visit www.cdc.gov/concussion/headsup/training/headsupconcussion.html

NEW Anonymous Prescription Drug Take Back Program. Visit www.justice.gov/dea/index.htm to find the nearest prescription drug drop off location.

Teen Driving

Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death of teenagers.  The Washington State Department of Licensing has a great website to help young drivers be safe drivers.   Visit http://dol.wa.gov/teensafety.html

Older Adult Fitness

Being in good physical condition can help you live longer.  Older adults need to get fit just as much as youngsters.  Need to know which fitness programs are available near your home?  Log on to www.kingcounty.gov/health/shapeup for a list of fitness classes in your area.  The Healthy Aging Partnership has information on programs and activities for older adults.  Visit their website at www.4elders.org.

Child Safety

The Children's Safety Network is a national resource center for prevention of childhood injury and violence.  Visit Childrenssafetynetwork.org  and learn how to help children be safe.

CDC Heads Up Concussion in Youth Sports Tool Kit for coaches.  Order your tool kit today at www.cdc.gov/concussioninYouthSports

Misuse of prescription pain relievers can cause death.  To Learn more about accidental prescription drug overdose visit http://takeasdirected.doh.wa.gov.

Other injury prevention website links:

Public Health - Seattle & King County Violence and Injury Prevention information. 

Suicide Prevention for First Responders.  Information and resources are available at : www.sprc.org/featured resouces/customized/first responders.asp.

Domestic Violence - Information for Health Care Providers:Washington State Department of Health has recently launced a website for health care professionals to promote the screening and care of patients who may be victims of violence.  Visit the DOH website at www.doh.wa.gov/vaw.