Mission - n. An inner calling to pursue an activity or perform a service;
At the UAB-ICRC our work is also our mission. We seek to help the nation achieve a significant reduction in the rate of injuries and the result ing deaths and disabilities, especially in the southeastern United States.
Through our work, we hope to reduce the immeasurable human suffering as well as the staggering medical and societal costs resulting from injury. Click on the links below to learn about our projects, our philosophies and our many successes.
Birmingham news highlights work of ICRC to raise helmet awareness
CDC ok's helmets for tornadoes
ICRC Director Emeritus, Dr. Russ Fine, comments on Injury Prevention in USA Today piece
Injury Center Related News and Research
UAB Magazine highlights the work of the UAB-ICRC to curb the distracted driving epidemic
Need to Read!
ICRC's Dr. Despina Stavrinos, Leading Motor Vehicle Safety Expert, comments on "Smart" Dash Board Sytems
Tornado death toll update
Surprise!!!! Birmingham drivers aren't very good
NHTSA assures no government delay in Volt warnings
New law looks tostrengthen "return to play" guidelines.
UAB study finds higher gas prices save lives
Helmets and concussions-Are new standards needed?
Poisonous plants could be in your back yard
New helmet may help prevent injuries to pitchers
Report lists most dangerous cities in US
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