In the past year, with the support of community coalitions throughout the state, we've distributed over 6,900 medication disposal bags and 4,133 lock boxes to Oklahomans! A firm stance against accidental overdoses, keeping our loved ones safe. This is how we build stronger communities, one safety measure at a time. 💙👏 #CommunityOfChange
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Consider becoming an advocate to help include the #kidPROOFAct in upcoming legislation. Through a federal grant program, the Kid PROOF Act can help families store medications and other dangerous items in their homes when their child is in crisis. The grants will allow children’s health providers to give families items like lockboxes and safes to keep dangerous items away from children, #savinglives #preventingoverdoses and helping to #stopsuicides
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The new Reviews of deaths of children in care and certain other children – reviewable deaths in 2020 and 2021, considers how agencies and service providers identified and responded to risks and vulnerabilities evident in the lives of the children who died. The report also looks at how agencies and service providers implemented previous NSW Ombudsman recommendations. Reviewable deaths are where the child had died as a result of abuse or neglect or suspected abuse or neglect or had been living in care. Read the report https://ow.ly/aTMW50Qbmkx. This report was tabled yesterday in Parliament by the NSW Ombudsman as part of the Biennial report of the deaths of children in New South Wales: 2020 and 2021. #NSWOmbo
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#NationalCrimeVictimsRightsWeek2024 Every individual has the ability to contribute to the support of crime survivors in Williams County. Should a survivor choose to share their experience with you, remember that it’s often challenging to disclose such personal and intimate details. You don’t need to have all the answers, but offering a supportive and encouraging response can profoundly aid the survivor’s journey toward healing. The first step is to aid survivors in assessing their personal safety. This might involve reaching out to emergency services if needed. It’s essential to empower survivors to establish their own safety plan and recognize that they are the experts in their own circumstances. Pressuring them to report or seek additional emergency services against their wishes could result in unintended harm. If the survivor wishes to report the incident or seek medical attention from emergency services, ensure you have those contacts readily available. Encourage them by emphasizing that they can have a dedicated advocate with them at every stage. #NCVRW2024 #YouAreNotAlone #SarahsFriendsSupport #HopeAndHealing #CrimePrevention #CommunityStrength
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During Prevention of Injuries Month, Regal Hospital emphasizes safety and well-being. Our mission is to raise awareness, educate, and encourage practices that prevent injuries, ensuring a healthier, safer community for all. #SafetyFirst #InjuryPrevention #WellnessAwareness #HealthyCommunity #RegalSafety #PreventInjuries #SafetyEducation #WellBeingMatters #SafeCommunity #RegalHospitalCares
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👶🏻💥🤕🌞 Children can suffer injuries at any time of the year, but it’s during the holidays that we typically see injuries in children spike. 👨👦👦 According to Prof Sebastian van As, Head of the Trauma Unit at the Red Cross Memorial Children’s Hospital, motor vehicle accidents, drownings, and burns are the most common reasons children end up in hospital. 💰💼 The Child Illness and Injury Benefit from Sanlam complements existing cover to provide additional financial relief for less obvious expenses and shortfalls. Make contact to find out more - Lokisha BlueStar 📞015 491 0380 📧[email protected] 🏠106 Thabo Mbeki Street, Mokopane ,0601 Polokwane Remember, a lot has changed since you were a child, but the need to protect children hasn't. Sanlam's Child - Illness and Injury Benefit has been developed specifically for children. While we understand kids being kids may mean a few scrapes and cuts along the way, more serious illnesses and injuries can place families under significant financial pressure. Get peace of mind with the benefit that covers a wide range of diseases, injuries, impairments and infections. From as little as R100 a month.* *Actual premium will depend on child's age, rating details of parents and chosen cover amount. A minimum policy premium of R100pm applies. #FinancialPlanningForParents
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National Injury Prevention Day raises awareness to help Canadians live longer, fuller lives. This year, Parachute is shining the light on predictable and preventable injuries. Did you know? ⛑ Every day, 48 Canadians die and 634 are hospitalized because of injuries ⛑ Preventable injuries kill more Canadian children than any disease, and more youth than all other causes combined ⛑ Falls are the leading cause of injury deaths, hospitalizations, emergency department visits and disabilities in Canada Learn tips to stay safe ➡️ https://bit.ly/4bv8hny #ParachuteNIPD #TurnSafetyOn #InjuryPrevention #Alberta
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📊 Knowledge is power! Sign up for the Talk It Out NC newsletter and stay informed about underage drinking prevention strategies. Join professionals, parents, and advocates like you who are dedicated to creating a safer and healthier future for our youth. https://bit.ly/3FoTdKc #StartTheConversation #TalkItOut #StopUnderageDrinking
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It is crucial we all understand the diverse ways trafficking manifests in different communities is crucial. From mothers allowing abuse of their children for rent or drugs to groomers posing as boyfriends, love-bombing vulnerable youths and subsequently trafficking them – it's vital to be aware. Educate yourself on the specific manifestations of trafficking in your community.
National CASA/GAL is committed to giving every CASA or GAL volunteer the training and resources they need to protect and heal every child in the sight of traffickers. Learn how you can lend your voice: https://lnkd.in/gEKsqXGp #HumanTraffickingPreventionMonth
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According to the CDC, trauma is the leading cause of death for people under 45 in the U.S., and bleeding is a major factor in these deaths. Rescue in Color's kits hope to lower the chances of this happening. Our products have been designed by our co-founders, who share expertise in emergency and disaster medicine, law enforcement, school safety, and the pitfalls that prevent lives from being saved in emergency situations. 🩸 In any emergency, always seek medical help! Be prepared. Stay safe. 💙 #TipTuesday #SafetyFirst #EmergencyResponse #FirstAid #RescueInColor #BePrepared
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On Overdose Awareness Day, we think of those we have lost to overdose and other drug-related incidents. We value your lives. Today, we think of ways we can unite with community to change systems in preventing and reducing harms. We follow the lead of the @mbharmreductionnetwork and “Believe that harm reduction, equitable access, and safer service delivery are important parts of supporting communities”. We will be at the Harm Reduction Fair and Rally at the Manitoba Legislative grounds at 10:30am to network for change, connect with community, and gather and share knowledge on how to create safe(r), destigmatized spaces. At Heartwood, we value harm reduction and welcome those who use substances. Visit our website to read our full Harm Reduction Statement (link in bio). #overdoseawarenessday #overdoseawareness #harmreduction
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