Yes, as curious as it may sound, Native American Indians do celebrate July 4th—Independence Day—in the US. Here are some tips from our ThinkFirst Navajo Injury Prevention Program for staying safe this July 4th and throughout the rest of the summer months. Do not drink and drive and do not get into a vehicle with anyone who is under the influence. As always, be sure to buckle up and restrain all infants and young children in appropriate seats. Distracted driving could kill you in a … [Read more...] about Tips for staying safe on July 4th
VIP Cecelia Fred receives national honor
Cecelia Fred, was named as a VIP (Voice for Injury Prevention) of the year, by the ThinkFirst National Injury Prevention Foundation at their annual conference in New Orleans on April 28, 2018. Other award recipients can be viewed here. For the past 13 years, Fred has been a speaker with our ThinkFirst Navajo’s injury prevention education program, one of 146 US chapters of the national ThinkFirst, and the only chapter operating on a Native American Indian Reservation. Upon the award … [Read more...] about VIP Cecelia Fred receives national honor
ThinkFirst Navajo and the New Mexico Brain Injury Advisory Council join forces to prevent brain injuries in elementary school children
What happens when a small non-profit organization, based on the Navajo Nation, joins forces with a statewide New Mexico advocacy council and both groups are committed to reducing preventable brain injuries in young people? Four hundred and one elementary school children get fitted with their own certified safety helmets and taught how to “think first and use their minds to protect their bodies.” For the past two days, with a focus on “March is Brain Injury Awareness Month,” health educators … [Read more...] about ThinkFirst Navajo and the New Mexico Brain Injury Advisory Council join forces to prevent brain injuries in elementary school children
Eve Erin Crowell—her spirit echoes still
Written by Barbara Crowell Roy, Eve's mom Thirteen years ago today, we lost our cherished daughter, sister, niece, cousin, friend and colleague—Eve Erin Crowell. She had just had her 30th birthday. She was a brilliant, fun-loving, successful corporate attorney, and a triathlete. She was tall and beautiful with long light-coppery hair. No parent ever expects to bury a child. Our children are our legacy. If they precede us in death, then we have to find the strength to continue this legacy, … [Read more...] about Eve Erin Crowell—her spirit echoes still
World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
The third Sunday in November is World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims. More than 1 million people worldwide die annually in traffic crashes. How can we reduce this? By practicing safe driving behaviors and supporting traffic safety education! FEVR (European Federation of Road Traffic Victims), the founder of World Remembrance Day, has set a worldwide target to reduce road fatalities and serious injuries by 50% in 2020. What are the major causes of road crashes leading … [Read more...] about World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims