Study by Center faculty Vanya Jones used NYPD Shooting Incident data to examine fatal and nonfatal community firearm violence in NYC. An average of 1,578 shooting victims occurred annually, with approximately 80% resulting in nonfatal injuries. Learn more at: bit.ly/49GSQut

Whether it’s snow, sleet or ice, winter weather can cause extremely dangerous road conditions. In case of an emergency, let your car be seen. Put bright markers on the antenna or windows and keep the interior dome light on. Learn more at: bit.ly/4qwDEWu

Happy New Year from the JHCIRP! The start of a new year offers an opportunity to look ahead with renewed ambition. As we enter this next chapter, we remain committed to advancing our work, strengthening collaborations, and pursuing meaningful impact in the year to come.

While driving this winter be extra vigilant for pedestrians. Due to reduced hours of daylight and the heightened risk for pedestrians in hours of darkness, driving risk is increased during winter months. Learn more at: bit.ly/49GIFH1

Merry Christmas from the JHCIRP! As we celebrate this festive season, we extend our warmest wishes to our colleagues, collaborators, and community. We are grateful for your continued support and partnership and wish you a safe, restful, and joyful holiday season!

Drunk driving crashes and deaths rise during December, especially following Christmas and New Year’s celebrations. Never let someone else drive under the influence, and if you plan to drink, make sure to plan for a sober driver to take you home. Learn more at: bit.ly/49GIFH1

The current phase of the overdose crisis is characterized by an unpredictable drug supply, including adulterants like xylazine. Center faculty Olivia Sugarman explored Reddit content to understand how people use virtual communities to exchange knowledge. Learn more at: buff.ly/4kr7Qo0

Winter weather can make driving dangerous, due to reduced visibility, and slippery or snowy conditions. In very cold weather, it can be helpful to warm up your vehicle before driving, but never do so in an enclosed space, which can cause carbon monoxide to build up. Learn more at: bit.ly/49GIFH1

Time travel. Not for kids!

Join us for our Second Term Graduate Seminar in Injury Research and Policy. Today, Corey Boles, PhD will join us to discuss Translating Risk Assessment into Action: Integrated Approaches to Managing Workplace Health Risks. Register at: bit.ly/3KZzl6N

Thousands of people are treated in hospital emergency rooms every winter with holiday decorating-related injuries, due largely to falls and fires. Here are some reminders to keep in mind as you decorate for the holidays. Learn more at: bit.ly/49GIFH1

Center Faculty Michelle Duren and Johnathon P. Ehsani examined protective and risky behaviors among micromobility users. Risky behaviors varied significantly among the various forms of micromobility with moped users exhibiting the highest prevalence of risky behaviors. Learn more at: bit.ly/4okATWG

This month is Winter Safety Awareness Month. Although it is the season of holiday celebrations, winter can also bring additional risks. Ensure your home heating system works properly and that the heat reaches all rooms in your home. Don’t use ovens or stoves for home heating. bit.ly/49GIFH1

Join us for our Second Term Graduate Seminar in Injury Research and Policy. Monday 12/1 Jennifer A. Taylor will join us to discuss Violence in the health care and fire service industries. Register at: bit.ly/3KZzl6N

Happy Thanksgiving from the Johns Hopkins Center for Injury Research and Policy! As we reflect on the past year, we are grateful for our dedicated community of students, staff, faculty, partners, and supporters. Thank you for helping us advance our goals and create meaningful impact.

Did you know working smoke alarms reduce the chances of dying in a reported home fire by fifty percent? Safety tip #4: Check smoke alarms. Test smoke alarms every month and replace them every 10 years or when the battery is low. Learn more at: bit.ly/4ijIbJd

Join us for our Second Term Graduate Seminar in Injury Research and Policy. Monday 10/27 Masoumeh Aminesmaeili will join us to discuss Maryland Opioid Overdose Deaths from 2018 to 2022: Occupational Patterns and Sociodemographic Variations. Register at: bit.ly/3KZzl6N

CPSC Warns Consumers to Immediately Stop Using XZV Baby Loungers Due to Risk of Serious Injury or Death from Suffocation and Fall Hazards; Violates Mandatory Standard for Infant Sleep Products www.cpsc.gov/Warnings/202...

This year, we were proud to have a strong presence at the APHA Annual Meeting in Washington, DC, with our students and faculty sharing their work and connecting with colleagues across the field. Learn more at: bit.ly/485i83p

Happy National Injury Prevention Day! Take today to help shine light on the need for injury prevention to build safer communities for all. Share how you are observing today and wear green to raise awareness. Learn more about how you can participate at: bit.ly/4ozKNF4 #BeInjuryFree

In 2017, one child every ten minutes was seen in the emergency room for medicine poisoning. Safety tip #3: Save the Poison Help number in your phone and post it visibly at home: 1-800-222-1222. Specialists at poison control centers provide free, confidential, expert medical advice 24 hours a day.

Join us for our Second Term Graduate Seminar in Injury Research and Policy. Monday 11/10 Sunny Wescott will join us to discuss Extreme Weather Trends and Secondary Impacts on Health. Register at: bit.ly/3KZzl6N

Center faculty Mary Beth Howard was recently featured on Parents.com for an interview on the rise of unsafe baby sleep advice online. Dr. Howard cautions, “Viral does not mean verified.” Check out the full article at: bit.ly/499eaZZ

The burden of environmental health problems continues to persist and disproportionately affect low-income families. Study by Center faculty Elise Omaki show home visiting programs address issues like lead, asthma triggers, and healthy housing. Learn more at: bit.ly/4qVChlq

On November 18, we will be celebrating National Injury Prevention Day. Wear green, next Tuesday, to raise awareness and stay tuned for the activities that we will be participating in to celebrate the day. #BeInjuryFree Learn more at: bit.ly/4ozKNF4

Did you know properly fitted helmets can reduce the risk of head injuries by at least 45%? National Child Safety and Protection Month safety tip #2: Have your children wear a properly fitted helmet and bright lights while riding a bike to prevent head injuries and increase visibility.

Join us for our Second Term Graduate Seminar in Injury Research and Policy. Monday 11/10 Paul E. Spector will join us to discuss Health and Safety Risk Exposure in Hospital Nursing. Register at: bit.ly/3KZzl6N

Unsafe sleep practices contribute to sleep-related infant mortality. Research by Center faculty Mary Beth Howard reveals caregivers of infants visiting the ED for mild illness often do not follow safe sleep practices, which worsened during and after illness. Learn more at: bit.ly/49sKFST

This month is National Child Safety and Protection Month. Safety tip #1: Take your kids to playgrounds with shock-absorbing surfaces such as rubber, sand, or mulch. If your child falls, the landing will be more cushioned. Learn more at: bit.ly/4hMvxSI

Drowsy driving kills — but is preventable. Drowsy driving is more likely to cause a crash and is dangerously common. Young drivers are at greatest risk of falling asleep behind the wheel. Advise your teens to delay driving until they’re well-rested. Learn more at: bit.ly/4hE81Hr

Join us for our Second Term Graduate Seminar in Injury Research and Policy. Monday 11/3 Michael Wright will join us to discuss case studies in the investigation of workplace injuries, illnesses, and exposures. Register at: bit.ly/4hulRw2.

Micromobility device injuries and deaths continue to increase in the U.S. Study by Center faculty Johnathon Ehsani found that statewide hospital data demonstrates an increased likelihood of serious injuries associated with electric bicycle micromobility device use. Learn more at: bit.ly/3L8nlQr

One of the most powerful things you can offer a domestic violence survivor is support. Help them create a safety plan – a personalized, practical plan to improve their safety while experiencing abuse, preparing to leave an abusive situation, or after you leave. Learn more at: bit.ly/4qseb1j

Join us for our Second Term Graduate Seminar in Injury Research and Policy. Monday 10/27 Drs. Emily (Yueng-hsiang) Huang & Frank Giordano will join us to discuss Building Total Worker Health: From the TWH Climate Survey to Culture Training. Register at: bit.ly/3KZzl6N

Area-level credit scores, a novel measure of socioeconomic position, offers new insight to examine the spatial association between area-level credit scores and firearm violence. A recent study by Center faculty Mudia Uzzi revealed a significant link between the two. Learn more at: bit.ly/498FM1a

For Domestic Violence Awareness Month, take time to educate yourself and others. Understanding domestic violence complexities is essential to support those in need. Take the time to share what you learn to foster awareness and empathy. Learn more at: bit.ly/4mya2pu #CallforUnity #WithSurvivors

Join us at the 2025 Annual APHA ICEHS Section Awards Dinner for a night of camaraderie, recognition, and delicious food! We will gather during the APHA Annual Meeting in Washington DC on Tuesday evening, November 4th, from 6-10pm. Tickets are on sale now at bit.ly/ICEHSawards2....

Sexual minority and vulnerable women experience a range of mental health challenges. Research by Center faculty Kamila A. Alexander found sexual minority and vulnerable women have unique mental health and social support-related experiences and needs. Learn more at: bit.ly/3VztmaS

For Domestic Violence Awareness month, find ways to support survivors. Encourage your friend or family experiencing domestic violence to seek help from counselors, therapists, or support groups that specialize in trauma and abuse. Learn more at: bit.ly/4mya2pu #CallforUnity #WithSurvivors

Join us for our First Term Graduate Seminar in Injury Research and Policy. Monday 10/13 Mudia Uzzi will join us to discuss Neighborhood-Level Trajectories of Structural Racism and Opioid-Involved Overdose Death. Register at: bit.ly/41r3j95

Join us at the 2025 Annual APHA ICEHS Section Awards Dinner for a night of camaraderie, recognition, and delicious food! We will gather during the APHA Annual Meeting in Washington DC on Tuesday evening, November 4th, from 6-10pm. Tickets are on sale now at bit.ly/ICEHSawards2....

Sudden unexpected infant death is the leading cause of post-neonatal infant mortality in the United States, with disproportionately high rates in Baltimore City, Maryland. Study by Center faculty Mary Beth Howard describes collaboration to decrease infant mortality. Learn more at:

October is Domestic Violence Awareness month, a chance for anyone and everyone to unite in the work to end domestic violence. This month, work to create a safe space for survivors to share their experiences without fear of judgment or blame. Learn more at: bit.ly/4mya2pu #CallforUnity #WithSurvivors

This week is National Fire Prevention week. Take this week to learn how to buy, charge, and dispose of lithium-ion batteries safely. Recycling your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location is the best way to dispose of them. Learn more at: bit.ly/3IDFXXy

Join us for our First Term Graduate Seminar in Injury Research and Policy. Monday 10/6 Catherine Tomko will join us to discuss Drug Control Policy and the Drug Supply - National and International Examples. Register at: bit.ly/41r3j95

Join us at the 2025 Annual APHA ICEHS Section Awards Dinner for a night of camaraderie, recognition, and delicious food! We will gather during the APHA Annual Meeting in Washington DC on Tuesday evening, November 4th, from 6-10pm. Tickets are on sale now at bit.ly/ICEHSawards2....

Did you know research suggests that sexual minority women face elevated HIV risk compared with heterosexual counterparts? Research by Center faculty underscores the importance of measuring multiple dimensions of sexual orientation as they can reveal important nuances. Learn more at: bit.ly/4pF6kwM

As National Childhood Injury Prevention Month comes to an end, remember most childhood injuries are preventable through education. Safety tip #5: Consider your child’s age when purchasing a toy or game. Read the instructions and warning labels to make sure the toy is just right for your child.

Join us for our First Term Graduate Seminar in Injury Research and Policy. Monday 9/29 Marlene Lira will join us to discuss Improving Pharmacy Access to Buprenorphine. Register at: bit.ly/41r3j95

Join us at the 2025 Annual APHA ICEHS Section Awards Dinner for a night of camaraderie, recognition, and delicious food! We will gather during the APHA Annual Meeting in Washington DC on Tuesday evening, November 4th, from 6-10pm. Tickets are on sale now at bit.ly/ICEHSawards2....