McGovern Medical School

Memorial Hermann Joins Forces with Country’s Top Injury Prevention Organizations for Second Annual National Injury Prevention Day

While the country continues to address issues surrounding COVID-19, preventable injuries remain a major concern of healthcare professionals and community advocates. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), injuries are the leading cause of death and disability for individuals through 44 years of age. Additionally, 20 children die from preventable injuries every day, resulting in more deaths than all other diseases combined according to Injury Free Coalition for Kids. “With the pandemic, […]