Our mission is to prevent injuries and violence, and reduce their consequences. We strive to help every American live his or her life to its fullest potential. Learn more about the Injury Center.
Injury Topics
- Home & Recreational Safety
- Falls - Older Adult,
- Fires,
- Poisoning...
- Motor Vehicle Safety
- Impaired Driving,
- Child Passenger Safety,
- Teen Drivers...
- Violence Prevention
- Child Maltreatment,
- Sexual Violence,
- Suicide,
- Youth Violence...
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Injury and Concussion...
- Injury Response
- Blast and Explosion Injuries,
- Acute Injury Care,
- Alcohol Screening...
- Data and Statistics
- WISQARSTM and other injury data resources...
Injury Center Priorities
Child Maltreatment
It is reported that 1 in 10 U.S. children experience some form of child maltreatment.
Motor Vehicle Injuries
Motor vehicle–related injuries are the leading cause of death among people ages 1-34.
Falls Among Older Adults
Falls are the leading cause of injury deaths among older adults age 65 and older.
Campaigns & Featured Resources
Safe Teen Driving
Concussion in Sports
Preventing Child Injuries
Preventing Falls Among Older Adults
Suicide Prevention Resources
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Contact Us:
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
National Center for Injury Prevention and Control (NCIPC)
4770 Buford Hwy, NE
MS F-63
Atlanta, GA 30341-3717 - 800-CDC-INFO
(800-232-4636)
TTY: (888) 232-6348
24 Hours/Every Day - cdcinfo@cdc.gov
