Hennepin Healthcare-HCMC Trauma Prevention Program

02/24/2026

Here in Minnesota, we still have at least a month of winter driving left. Use these tips to drive smart and stay safe!

02/23/2026

Always register your car seat to recalls once purchased!

Your car seat can’t tell you its been recalled … but the manufacturer can! Remember to register your seat so that you’ll be notified about important safety issues like recalls.

National Safety Council National CPS Certification NHTSA Safe Kids Worldwide

02/17/2026

We’re just two weeks away from our annual Employee Bike Helmet Sale. Mark your calendars and make sure your family is equipped with a life‑saving injury‑prevention tool. Did you know that wearing a helmet can reduce the risk of traumatic brain injury by 87 percent?

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day!
Many are thinking about roses, chocolates or special plans with the people who mean the most, but there is one gift that is more precious than anything you can buy in a store, your safe arrival home. It’s easy to get into a rush after a long day when you're missing your family or friends. You might feel the urge to press a little harder on the gas just to get home sooner. But remember: The people waiting for you don't want you to take risks; they need you to arrive alive.

02/13/2026

Last night, our Child Passenger Safety Technician, Kaytlin, spent the evening with parents at Bloomington Early Childhood Family Education, sharing the fundamentals of car seat safety. The group had thoughtful conversations about best practices and how to keep children as safe as possible while riding in a vehicle. We’re grateful for every opportunity to support families and strengthen community safety through education.

02/10/2026

02/10/2026

The challenge often involves taking more than 12 Benadryl tablets at once, a dose that significantly exceeds safety limits and can cause a severe overdose. 

02/10/2026

Counterfeit Car Seats Are on the Rise
As counterfeit car seats continue appearing online, it’s important for caregivers to recognize red flags before making a purchase. Many of these seats are sold through third‑party sellers at unusually low prices and may be missing essential safety components, including:

A registration card
Manufacturer contact information
A valid U.S. certification label confirming the seat meets FMVSS 213
Familiar and reputable brand names
Proper harnesses, chest clips, or safe installation hardware

These design flaws can seriously compromise a child’s protection in a crash.
To help keep children safe, encourage caregivers to:

Research the brand
Buy from reputable retailers
Confirm the presence of a U.S. certification label
Ensure the seat includes a registration card and clear instructions

02/09/2026

2 seconds for you = a lifetime for those who love you. ❤️

Buckle Up. Every Trip. Every Time.

02/09/2026

Lowering your chances of being involved in a serious crash is in your control. ✔️

Safe driving habits protect you and everyone around you.

02/05/2026

Thank you to the Anoka-Hennepin School District for welcoming us and investing in lifesaving training for your staff through Stop the Bleed. We’re proud to support efforts that prepare people to act in critical moments.
If you know an organization that would benefit from this free training, we’d love to connect. Please reach out to our Trauma Prevention Specialist, contact details are available on the Hennepin Healthcare Trauma Prevention website.

01/23/2026

Frostbite can happen in minutes in the extreme cold headed our way. Visit hennepin.us/staywarm for a list of no-cost indoor spaces where you can warm up, or call 612-204-8200 for overnight options. If you’re in physical danger of freezing, call 911.