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SEPTEMBER 2008
(Vol. 2, Issue 3)
 
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RECALL ALERT
 
 WASHINGTON - A government safety group is warning parents not to use the "close-sleeper/bedside sleeper" bassinets, made by Simplicity Inc. of Reading, Pa., after two babies were trapped and strangled in the product.
 
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ARTICLE
QUICK LINKS

-Data and Evaluation
-Funding
-Legislation
-Programs and Best 
  Practices
-Resources
-Success Stories

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CHILDHOOD INJURY
PREVENTION NETWORK

The Childhood Injury Prevention Network (CIPN) is an initiative of Children's Health Alliance of Wisconsin.

  FALL SAFETY

We are approaching the two-year anniversary of the Childhood Injury Prevention Network. We continue to seek input on the network and welcome any thoughts or feedback.

Over a year ago, we began developing a survey in an effort to conduct gaps analysis of Wisconsin Childhood Injury prevention programs. This survey will soon be sent via email. Please complete the online survey to help us with future planning and for a chance at winning a pack of safety devices.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Walk for Thought 
5th Annual Fundraising Walk
October 4, 2008
Milwaukee, WI
Learn More

Southeastern Wisconsin Child Death Review Training
10 Elements of a Highly Effective Team
November 13, 2008
Milwaukee, WI
Learn More

September is Infant Mortality Awareness & Baby Safety Month

September 7-13 is Suicide Prevention Week

September 20 is National Seat Check Saturday; car seat check events will be taking place all over the U.S.

September 21-27 is Child Passenger Safety Week & National Farm Safety Week

October is Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Month

October 5-11 is Fire Prevention Week

October 8th is Stop America's Violence Everywhere Today 

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DATA AND EVALUATION

There is new research making connections between family life and children's bullying behaviors. Research shows children raised by authoritarian parents - parents who are demanding, directive and unresponsive - are most prone to act out bullying behaviors. In addition, there were parallels showing children raised by nurturing, warm and responsive parents are less likely to bully. To learn more click here.

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FUNDING 

Finding Funding For Injury and Violence Prevention

A 32 page guide looking at the overall injury and violence prevention funding, including an easy-reference tip sheet, "50 Ways to Fund Your Program."  This guide also includes an overview of federal funders and suggestions for accessing block grant dollars for injury and violence prevention; suggestions for increasing your program's share of state public health funding; guidelines for working with businesses to garner corporate dollars or inkind support; tips for getting national, state, and local foundation dollars; and ideas for partnering with other state agencies and creating special funds, using license plate and registration fees. Learn More

Mini Grants Available to Child Death Review Teams

One-time mini grants of $5,000 are available for Child Death Review Team (CDRT) development and enhancement. These funds are meant as seed funds to create a new team or re-invigorate an existing team. Funds may be used for costs such as meeting accommodations and refreshments, and staff devoted to meeting preparation and coordination.

  • Grant funds will only be awarded to recognized CDRT(s) within a county or region.
  • Grant funds will only be awarded to government agencies or 501C(3) organizations sanctioned to be the recipient on behalf of the CDRT(s).

View Application. For questions, please contact Abby Drew at 414.292.4016.

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LEGISLATION

Last December President Bush signed into law the Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act of 2007. This law will take effect December 20, 2008 and recently received national attention. A pool contractor on the East coast has been charged with second degree reckless homicide for failure to install the appropriate safety devices in a pool. The new law includes public pools and requires anti-entrapment devices be used with pool drains to prevent drowning from suctions created at the drain. Many of our public pools in Wisconsin have not made this change and are unaware of the new requirement.

Learn More about pool and spa submersion.

Learn Moreabout this law.

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PROGRAMS AND BEST PRACTICES

For many, back-to-school means establishing routine, buying school supplies, and preparing children for school. For many children the real concern centers around being bullied. Bullying is not new but has become more widespread. According to research from the National Bullying Campaign, as many as 160,000 students may stay home on any given day for fear of being bullied. PBS has put together "In the Mix: Stop Bullying...Take a Stand" using the HRSA's Stop Bullying Now! recommendations. Check out this program lead by Erika Harold, Miss America 2003.

 

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RESOURCES

Injury Prevention with Maternal Child Health Programs

The Children's Safety Network just released "Weaving a Safety Net: Integrating Injury Prevention with Maternal Child Health Programs."  Learn more about how you can include injury prevention in your programs.

501c3 Status

Learn more about whether it is desirable to pursue 501c3 status as a path to long-term fiscal stability and resource sustainability for Injury Prevention Organizations.

The Brain Injury Association of Wisconsin (BIAW)

BIAW is committed to developing services and programs for individuals who suffer from brain injury. The Wisconsin chapter was founded in 1980 and is connected to the national organization, The Brain Injury Association of America. BIAW has services available to family members, individuals with a brain injury, and interested professionals. Core services are:

  • Information & Resources
  • Education
  • Advocacy
  • Prevention
  • Support Services

For more information about BIAW visit www.biaw.org or call 1.262.790.9660.

Success

SUCCESS STORIES

Have you started a new program? Have your programs resulted in saved lives? Large or small this is your time to brag and let others know about your success. Our Success Stories section is meant to highlight injury prevention activities and programs at work throughout Wisconsin.

Please submit any success stories and images to cipn@chw.org.

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