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[Parachute @parachutecanada]

November is #FallPreventionMonth! Check out @fallpreventCA's free resources at https://t.co/JngdMnwbie and learn how to take action and prevent falls❕#FallPreventionCanada #PreventFallsCA #FallPreventionMonthCA

[Injury Free NS @InjuryFreeNS]

IFNS has made edits to the ATV/Off Road-Vehicles Research Project Proposal Request.

The updated research project proposal request can be found here: https://t.co/KFj5KLGMEw

[Injury Free NS @InjuryFreeNS]

IFNS is a provincial non-profit committed to eliminating serious and preventable injuries in NS.

We are interested in investigating how best to prevent ATV/Off-Road Vehicles related injuries and death in Nova Scotia.

Attached is a request for proposal with contact info.

[Parachute @parachutecanada]

Injuries divert essential hospital resources & cost Canadian residents $29.4 billion annually. It's the No. 1 cause of death for Canadians age 1 to 44. Learn more from the #Costofinjury2021 report released today. #ParachuteNIPD https://t.co/QuiXhHw8pJ

[Parachute @parachutecanada]

Preventable injury kills more Canadian children than any disease, and more youth than all other causes combined. Every day, 48 Canadians die and 634 are hospitalized because of injuries. Learn more at https://t.co/6r6YqWpF7R #CostofInjury2021 #ParachuteNIPD

[Parachute @parachutecanada]

Falls and transport incidents had the highest total costs of any injury cause in 2018 at $13.8 billion, making up almost half of the cost of injury. Learn more at https://t.co/NJ3JOE3FUK #ParachuteNIPD #CostOfInjury2021

[Parachute @parachutecanada]

Injuries cost the Canadian economy $29.4 billion a year. The cost of pain and suffering to individuals, families and communities is immeasurable. Learn more at https://t.co/5HuEu5xPXs #CostOfInjury2021 #ParachuteNIPD

[Injury Free NS @InjuryFreeNS]

Today was National Injury Prevention Day! Head over to @parachutecanada website to read the 2021 Cost of Injury Report! #CostOfInjury2021

Link to 2021 Cost of Injury Report:
https://t.co/pHEe8v7QjV

[Injury Free NS @InjuryFreeNS]

Tomorrow is the big day!

IFNS 2021 Annual General Meeting is Thursday, June 17th, 2021 at 1pm (AST)! Please email [email protected] to RSVP!

Looking forward to seeing you!

[Injury Free NS @InjuryFreeNS]

Don't forget to mark your calendars!

IFNS 2021 Annual General Meeting is Thursday, June 17th, 2021 at 1pm (AST)! Please email [email protected] to RSVP!

Looking forward to seeing you!

[Injury Free NS @InjuryFreeNS]

Dont forget to mark your calendars!

IFNS 2021 Annual General Meeting is Thursday, June 17th, 2021 at 1pm (AST)! Please email [email protected] to RSVP!

Looking forward to seeing you!

[Injury Free NS @InjuryFreeNS]

Mark your calendars!

IFNS 2021 Annual General Meeting is Thursday, June 17th, 2021! Please email [email protected] to RSVP!

Looking forward to seeing you!

[Paula Robeson @paularobeson]

@parachutecanada @KidsBrainHealth @OntarioBrain

[Parachute @parachutecanada]

The colour of ice may be an indication of its strength. Learn more about ice colour and thickness at https://t.co/1MIPVHXHMi #TurnSafetyOn

[Parachute @parachutecanada]

Sledding and tobogganing ❕ Inspect your toboggan to ensure it’s in good condition. Use only proper sliding equipment with good brakes and steering. Inner tubes and plastic discs are not recommended because they are difficult to control. https://t.co/fUk3iSFxaj #TurnSafetyOn

[CTV Your Morning Atl @CTVYMAtlantic]

ICYMI: Sliding, skating, and so much more!🛷

Winter can be such a fun time for kids. But how do we keep them safe? Check out Ana's chat with @childsafetylink!

WATCH: https://t.co/rY5VJeU6jy

[Parachute @parachutecanada]

Lighting a fire, hanging decorations & cooking family favourites can all introduce changes to the home environment that present some seasonal considerations for the safety of all family members. Learn how to #HolidaySafely https://t.co/STQODbZipN #WarmUpYourHolidays #TurnSafetyOn

[Injury Free NS @InjuryFreeNS]

Here are some amazing tips to stay safe on Halloween:
https://t.co/REVOnZeCrh

[Mental Health Commission of Canada @MHCC_]

A study from @mcgillu, on engaging children as patient-partners in mental healthcare, is looking to meet children to better understand how they feel about the mental health care they receive.

[Parachute @parachutecanada]

#KnowWhatImpairedMeans ❕
#SpeedIsNoGame #NTDSW2020