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Announcing Fall 2021 Injury and Violence Prevention Student Research Grant recipients
Dec 21, 2021The Injury & Violence Prevention Center announces Fall 2021 research grant awardees. These grants attract and support students pursuing research or evaluation projects in the field.Full story -
New publication shines light on how language impacts firearm injury discussions
Dec 8, 2021In a new paper in the American Journal of Public Health, Emmy Betz, ColoradoSPH associate professor and deputy director of the Injury & Violence Prevention Center, leads a diverse group in tackling how words used in relation to firearm injuries and deaths can impact prevention of firearm injury.Full story -
The City and County of Denver officially proclaims November 18, 2021 as Injury Prevention Day
Nov 10, 2021In recognition of the important work being done to prevent injuries and violence, the mayor of Denver, Colorado has proclaimed November 18 as Injury Prevention Day in the city and county of Denver.Full story -
Injury and Violence Prevention Student Research Grants application now open
Oct 25, 2021The Injury and Violence Prevention student research grants application is now open. The Injury and Violence Prevention Center created research grants to attract and support students pursuing research or evaluation projects in the field.Full story -
Study finds correlation between rural geography and access to handguns, suicidality among Colorado teenagers
Oct 13, 2021A study by ColoradoSPH researchers finds living in rural, isolated areas correlates with easier access to handguns and higher risks of suicidality among Colorado teenagers. These findings can determine how best to allocate educational firearm safety and suicide prevention resources to hot spots.Full story