Preventing Injuries
Fact Sheet, 2010
Injuries are the leading cause of death for Saskatchewan children. This fact sheet defines the differences between injuries and “accidents,” outlines the causes of injuries, and identifies the different types of strategies that can be used to prevent injuries.
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How to Choose a Bicycle Helmet for Your Child
Fact Sheet, 2010
This document provides information on the standards for helmets, types of helmets, and how to adjust a helmet for proper fit.
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Protect Your Baby’s Head Shape: Preventing Flat Spots on Your Baby’s Head
Brochure, 2017
This brochure provides parents and caregivers with information on positional plagiocephaly, or “flat head”. Information includes how to prevent flat spots and what to do if a flat spot is found on baby’s head.
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Municipal Bicycle Bylaw Development
Guide and Manual, 2002
Provides background information on why legislation is a successful strategy in reducing bicycle-related injury and presents a framework for communities to develop and implement comprehensive bicycle bylaws in their municipalities.
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Gotta Brain Getta Helmet
Booklet, 2018
This booklet provides safety information about helmet use for a variety of activities. It also includes an example of a young boy’s experience of a head injury.
As part of the Gotta Brain Getta Helmet booklet, view this video featuring Savannah Smith, a motocross rider from Saskatchewan. Savannah shares information about her experiences, the importance of wearing a properly fitted helmet, and how to choose a helmet.
SKU: 4-220