Trauma Prevention
What We Do > Trauma Prevention
Part of NSH Trauma Program's mission includes helping lead Injury Prevention initiatives with other key stakeholders. Therefore, Trauma Nova Scotia is working together with stakeholders across Nova Scotia and beyond to plan, implement, and evaluate prevention Initiatives and research.
2023 Environmental Scan: Injury Prevention in Nova Scotia
An Evidence-Based Approach
Preliminary Findings
Falls, Suicide and
Road Safety
Have been the Primary Focus of initiatives in Nova Scotia to date; however, there is a lack of data on the Impact of these efforts
Alcohol
is an overarching theme across many areas of injury prevention.
Areas of Focus
The follow is a depiction of common areas of focus for Injury Prevention Initiatives in Nova Scotia.
Research and Quality Work
General Injury Prevention
Resources
Head Injuries
Child Safety
Suicide and Mental Health
Contact
Your insights and questions are invaluable to us. For any inquiries or suggestions, please reach out to Darby2.Green@nshealth.ca