U-M Injury Prevention Center

05/28/2026

Earlier this month, Dr. Natasha Oyedele, a post-doctoral researcher at Johns Hopkins University gave a wonderful presentation as part of our Visiting Scholars program with University of Iowa and Johns Hopkins University!

Watch her presentation, "From Prevalence to Pattern: A Gender-Specific Examination of Adverse Childhood Experiences and Systemic Inequity Among Black Americans," below!

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05/26/2026

1 in 3 children with a concussion never get the care they need. For some families, the barrier is not knowing where to start.

Concussion Navigator is a free tool helping Michigan families learn what to do after a concussion, find care nearby, and track symptoms over time. If you work with families in your community, this resource belongs in their hands.

Share it with the families you support.

05/21/2026

The weather is getting warmer, and here in the Great Lakes State, that means spending more time around lakes and pools!

It's important to supervise young children in the water. At group gatherings, it can be easy to assume that someone else is watching kids in the water. Water watcher tags can serve as an easy reminder that the person wearing the tag is responsible for supervising kids.

In recognition of National Water Safety Month in May, you can download and print water watcher tags on our website: https://injurycenter.umich.edu/resource/water-watcher-tag/

05/13/2026

It was such a pleasure to host Leigh Steinberg, legendary sports agent and author, at the University of Michigan last week to promote his new book, "The Comeback." Thanks to everyone who came to this event!

05/06/2026

When a child gets a concussion, the injury is only part of the challenge.
Families are often left wondering what symptoms to watch for, when to seek care, and when it's safe to return to school or sports.

Concussion Navigator, developed in partnership by NASHIA, the University of Michigan, and the Brain Injury Association of Michigan, brings those answers together in one place.

From recognizing possible concussion symptoms to tracking recovery and finding care nearby, it helps Michigan families navigate the path forward with more confidence.

Share this resource so families know where to turn after a head injury.

Explore the tool at ConcussionNavigator.org.

04/30/2026

Missed our 2026 Injury Prevention Research Symposium? 🎥

From in-depth conversations on overdose and su***de prevention to innovative research in transportation safety, violence prevention, and much more, enjoy this quick look back that, above all, highlights our incredible, multidisciplinary attendees and their work: the researchers, practitioners, students, colleagues, and community partners who are driving injury prevention forward, committed to making a real, positive impact on the lives of others.

Thanks once again to all who attended and for the hope and inspiration you provide.

University of Michigan Injury Prevention Center 2026 Research Symposium Recap

04/23/2026

Connection and collaboration are at the heart of injury prevention—both here at the U-M IPC and across the entire field.

SAVIR was a wonderful opportunity to come together with colleagues, practitioners, and leading researchers who are driving meaningful progress and making a real difference in people’s lives. We’re grateful to everyone who visited our table, attended our presentations, and extended such warm welcomes throughout the conference.

If you haven't yet, be sure to join our newsletter to stay connected: https://injurycenter.umich.edu/membership/becoming-a-member/

04/16/2026

We’re pleased to welcome renowned sports agent and philanthropist Leigh Steinberg to the University of Michigan for a conversation about his new book, “The Comeback: A Playbook for Turning Life's Setbacks Into Victories.” He’ll be joined by U-M IPC Director Douglas Wiebe and UMich Football alum, Jarrett Irons.

Aside from being the inspiration for the 1996 film, Jerry Maguire, Mr. Steinberg is also the founder of the Leigh Steinberg Foundation, which advances concussion, TBI, and brain health awareness through education, research, advocacy, and access.

Registration is FREE and includes a copy of the book: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leigh-steinberg-book-signing-tickets-1986317781956

04/10/2026

This week we join the American Public Health Association in marking National Public Health Week, a moment for us to celebrate and amplify the efforts of not only our own public health professionals, researchers, community partners, and students, but those of our colleagues and interdisciplinary collaborators across disciplines, in the Great Lakes and well beyond.

Your work is a constant source of hope and motivation as we pursue a shared goal: a safer, healthier world for all. Through rigorous research, accessible resources, and meaningful action, you continue to make that vision possible.