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Our mission is to prevent injuries and violence and reduce their consequences so that all Americans can live their lives to the fullest potential.

Atlanta, GA
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Joined January 2011
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  1. 6 hours ago

    ? Males are 1.5 times more likely to use illicit drugs than females.

    1 retweet 1 like
  2. 9 hours ago

    It takes everyone working together to prevent violence. Pledge to make your community safe:

    3 retweets 1 like
  3. 12 hours ago

    Rieder’s story in of Rx after a motorcycle crash reveals gaps in provider training.

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  4. Jan 23

    Overdose deaths from opioids among women has increased greatly. Watch recent video & earn free CE.

    4 replies 73 retweets 40 likes
  5. Jan 19

    Drugs & Alcohol Chat Day is only one week away! :

    14 retweets 9 likes
  6. 14 hours ago

    Tribal communities face higher rates of motor vehicle-related deaths than other Americans. Our new Guide can help:

    2 retweets 1 like
  7. Jan 22

    Unsure how to identify ? Get age-related tips + helpful resources by visiting

    21 retweets 13 likes
  8. 16 hours ago

    Coming Soon: , the first-ever mobile game app on recovery for children ages 6-11.

    6 retweets 5 likes
  9. Jan 23

    Parents: You are your child’s first coach. Expect safe play. Model safe play. Reinforce safe play:

    5 retweets 1 like
  10. Jan 23

    Falls can be prevented. Stay independent! Speak up, keep moving, check your eyes, & make your home safe.

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  11. Jan 23

    101! Do you know the basics?

    5 retweets 2 likes
  12. Jan 23

    ? More than 33,000 people died of overdose in 2015, more than any year on record.

    1 reply 5 retweets 1 like
  13. Jan 23

    This week is National Drug and Alcohol Facts Week. Look out for important facts from us all week!

    11 retweets 11 likes
  14. Jan 23

    is spotlighting today for their work to promote & protect the health of Iowans!

  15. Jan 22

    Learn more about Rx opioids & how to help protect loved ones from the risks.

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  16. Jan 21

    You can prevent childhood motor vehicle-related traumatic brain injuries every step of the way. Learn more:

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  17. Jan 20

    We thank for building a brighter future for kids. Learn more:

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  18. Jan 20

    Not all prescription are created equal. Never substitute one Rx for another.

    2 retweets 4 likes
  19. Jan 20

    Fill-in-the-blank Friday! Test your knowledge at .

    1 retweet 1 like
  20. Jan 20

    Providers: Here’s a handy algorithm to assess falls risk in older adult patients:

    4 retweets 3 likes

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