New BC clinical practice guideline for concussion and mild traumatic brain injury

A new resource is available to aid primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, and medical students in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of concussion/mTBI.

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Dr. Allison Ezzat receives Michael Smith Foundation Investigator Award

Dr. Ezzat will develop an injury prevention program for preventing injuries in community girls soccer.

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Read the 2023/2024 Annual Report!

Our 2023/2024 Annual Report highlights the achievements and celebrations of our 25th year.

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Study shows cancer remains the leading cause of fatality for firefighters

This study shows firefighters are on average almost twice as likely to develop cancer than the 43% rate reported by the general population.

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BCIRPU 25th Anniversary Symposium

The BCIRPU celebrated its 25th Anniversary on October 11, 2023.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Dec 6
National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Dec 3
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Dec 1
National Safe Driving Week
Nov 25
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Nov 24
National Addictions Awareness Week
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NEWS

New BC clinical practice guideline for concussion and mild traumatic brain injury

A new resource is available to aid primary care physicians, nurse practitioners, and medical students in the assessment, diagnosis, and management of concussion/mTBI.

Thank you, Jack

The BCIRPU is saddened by the news that Dr. Jack Taunton has passed away.

Dr. Allison Ezzat receives Michael Smith Foundation Investigator Award

Dr. Ezzat will develop an injury prevention program for preventing injuries in community girls soccer.

Read the 2023/2024 Annual Report!

Our 2023/2024 Annual Report highlights the achievements and celebrations of our 25th year.

Meet the injury prevention leads

Five individuals lead injury prevention initiatives in each of the regional health authorities.

Beat the heat – and prevent drowning this summer

Information for British Columbians on preventing drowning and heat exhaustion.

The BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit is a leader in the production and transfer of injury prevention knowledge and the integration of evidence-based injury prevention practices in the daily lives of those at risk, those who care for them, and those with a mandate for public health and safety in British Columbia.

PROJECTS & PARTNERSHIPS
Active & Safe Central
CATT Online
Canadian Safety Report Card
Cost of Injury Tool
Outside Play
Preventable
Prevent Shaken Baby Syndrome BC
Vision Zero BC
PROJECTS & PARTNERSHIPS

F508 – 4480 Oak St.
Vancouver, BC, V6H 3V4
‍Email: bcinjury@bcchr.ca

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