Injuries are a major public health problem.
Injuries are the single leading cause of death under age 45 in Alberta. Injuries have a horrendous impact for individuals, families and societies. The prevention of injury represents one of the greatest opportunities we have available to us to save lives and prevent disabilities. The challenge that faces us is to take what we know about the causes of injury and apply it in effective prevention measures. As a community, it is tremendously important to work together to initiate and promote activities that reduce the number and severity of injuries.