For Parents
Protecting Your Family Through National Injury Prevention Day
As a parent, your child's safety is your top priority. National Injury Prevention Day on November 18, 2025, provides an opportunity to learn about injury prevention strategies and connect with NIPD Toolkit materials that can help keep your family safe.
Injuries are the leading cause of death and disability among children and young adults. The good news is that most injuries are preventable when we have the right knowledge, tools, and safety practices in place.
Key Injury Facts
Understanding the scope of injury risks can help you take proactive steps to protect your family. Download our one-page injury facts summary to learn about the most common injuries affecting children and families.
How You Can Participate
- Review and update your home safety measures - check smoke detectors, secure furniture, and ensure proper car seat installation
- Talk with your children about safety at home, school, and play
- Attend local NIPD events in your community
- Share safety tips with other parents in your network
- Follow @InjuryFreeKids on social media and share content using #BeInjuryFree
- Schedule safety check-ups for bike helmets, car seats, and home safety devices
Share With Your Network
Help spread awareness by sharing these messages with other parents and caregivers:
"November 18 is National Injury Prevention Day! Join me in taking steps to keep our families safe. #BeInjuryFree"
"Did you know injuries are the leading cause of death for children? Let's work together to prevent them. Learn more at nationalinjurypreventionday.org #BeInjuryFree"
"Simple safety steps can save lives. This National Injury Prevention Day, I'm committing to making my home safer for my family. What will you do? #BeInjuryFree"
Quick Safety Checklist
Use this checklist to make your home safer:
Find Events Near You
Connect with other parents and safety experts at local NIPD events.