Injury Prevention Centre
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The Injury Prevention Centre, University of Alberta, is committed to reducing injuries. Did you know injuries are the leading killer of Albertans under 45?
Decorating for the Holidays? 🎄✨
Safety first! Water real trees, use CSA-accredited lights, and keep breakable ornaments or toxic "bubble lights" out of reach of little ones.
Safety first! Water real trees, use CSA-accredited lights, and keep breakable ornaments or toxic "bubble lights" out of reach of little ones.
December 2, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Decorating for the Holidays? 🎄✨
Safety first! Water real trees, use CSA-accredited lights, and keep breakable ornaments or toxic "bubble lights" out of reach of little ones.
Safety first! Water real trees, use CSA-accredited lights, and keep breakable ornaments or toxic "bubble lights" out of reach of little ones.
As Falls Prevention Month comes to a close, we encourage you to bookmark our exercise video, featuring our friend Seanna Collins, to help keep you motivated and active throughout the year.
https://youtu.be/E2tYynXDWYc?si=NFTBdUtM7IMqpK6G
https://youtu.be/E2tYynXDWYc?si=NFTBdUtM7IMqpK6G
University of Alberta Finding Balance Everyday Exercises Full Video 2023
Injury Prevention Centre
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November 28, 2025 at 2:00 PM
As Falls Prevention Month comes to a close, we encourage you to bookmark our exercise video, featuring our friend Seanna Collins, to help keep you motivated and active throughout the year.
https://youtu.be/E2tYynXDWYc?si=NFTBdUtM7IMqpK6G
https://youtu.be/E2tYynXDWYc?si=NFTBdUtM7IMqpK6G
𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆!
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Heel-Raise exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Heel-Raise exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
November 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆!
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Heel-Raise exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Heel-Raise exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
Over half of all falls happen in the home due to hazards that are often overlooked but important to fix.
Download our Spot the Hazard Home Safety Checklist to help you create a hazard-free home.
https://bit.ly/3WSruKI
Download our Spot the Hazard Home Safety Checklist to help you create a hazard-free home.
https://bit.ly/3WSruKI
November 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Over half of all falls happen in the home due to hazards that are often overlooked but important to fix.
Download our Spot the Hazard Home Safety Checklist to help you create a hazard-free home.
https://bit.ly/3WSruKI
Download our Spot the Hazard Home Safety Checklist to help you create a hazard-free home.
https://bit.ly/3WSruKI
Movement fuels economic growth, reduces healthcare system strain, betters mental health & advances climate change action. How do we boost Canada’s physical activity levels? The 2025 @ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Adults has answers: https://hubs.la/Q03RQx_X0
November 20, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Movement fuels economic growth, reduces healthcare system strain, betters mental health & advances climate change action. How do we boost Canada’s physical activity levels? The 2025 @ParticipACTION Report Card on Physical Activity for Adults has answers: https://hubs.la/Q03RQx_X0
Attention new parents and caregivers of wee ones!
There's a 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 happening this Saturday, Nov. 22 from 2PM to 5PM at West Side Acura (17707 111 Ave NW Edmonton).
Register now: https://bit.ly/44arD08
There's a 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 happening this Saturday, Nov. 22 from 2PM to 5PM at West Side Acura (17707 111 Ave NW Edmonton).
Register now: https://bit.ly/44arD08
November 20, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Attention new parents and caregivers of wee ones!
There's a 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 happening this Saturday, Nov. 22 from 2PM to 5PM at West Side Acura (17707 111 Ave NW Edmonton).
Register now: https://bit.ly/44arD08
There's a 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 happening this Saturday, Nov. 22 from 2PM to 5PM at West Side Acura (17707 111 Ave NW Edmonton).
Register now: https://bit.ly/44arD08
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On Nov 8, Dr. Roger Zemek presented at the #AmazingBrainScienceTalks in Montreal. Dr. Zemek broke down concussion myths & shared evidence-based strategies shaping the future of recovery. The event featured powerful insights across brain & heart health. 🎥 Recordings coming soon!
November 19, 2025 at 6:15 PM
On Nov 8, Dr. Roger Zemek presented at the #AmazingBrainScienceTalks in Montreal. Dr. Zemek broke down concussion myths & shared evidence-based strategies shaping the future of recovery. The event featured powerful insights across brain & heart health. 🎥 Recordings coming soon!
Reposted by Injury Prevention Centre
#Move.
"...individuals with the highest levels of physical activity at midlife and late life had 41% and 45% lower risk of all-cause dementia..."
Physical Activity Over the Adult Life Course and Risk of Dementia jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
"...individuals with the highest levels of physical activity at midlife and late life had 41% and 45% lower risk of all-cause dementia..."
Physical Activity Over the Adult Life Course and Risk of Dementia jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
Physical Activity Over the Adult Life Course and Risk of Dementia
This cohort study uses data from the Framingham Heart Study to evaluate whether higher physical activity levels in early adult life, midlife, or late life are associated with lower risk of all-cause o...
jamanetwork.com
November 19, 2025 at 9:14 PM
#Move.
"...individuals with the highest levels of physical activity at midlife and late life had 41% and 45% lower risk of all-cause dementia..."
Physical Activity Over the Adult Life Course and Risk of Dementia jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
"...individuals with the highest levels of physical activity at midlife and late life had 41% and 45% lower risk of all-cause dementia..."
Physical Activity Over the Adult Life Course and Risk of Dementia jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
Only 46% of adults met the recommendation of doing at least 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per week.
Check out the 𝘕𝘰𝘵 𝘍𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘠𝘰𝘶 program from our friends at Primary Care Alberta, and get moving!
Learn more: https://findingbalancealberta.ca/nffy/
Check out the 𝘕𝘰𝘵 𝘍𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘠𝘰𝘶 program from our friends at Primary Care Alberta, and get moving!
Learn more: https://findingbalancealberta.ca/nffy/
November 19, 2025 at 9:01 PM
Only 46% of adults met the recommendation of doing at least 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity per week.
Check out the 𝘕𝘰𝘵 𝘍𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘠𝘰𝘶 program from our friends at Primary Care Alberta, and get moving!
Learn more: https://findingbalancealberta.ca/nffy/
Check out the 𝘕𝘰𝘵 𝘍𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘍𝘰𝘳 𝘠𝘰𝘶 program from our friends at Primary Care Alberta, and get moving!
Learn more: https://findingbalancealberta.ca/nffy/
𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆!
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Standing-Abduction exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Standing-Abduction exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
November 17, 2025 at 2:01 PM
𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆!
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Standing-Abduction exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Standing-Abduction exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
A fall can have a significant impact on the lifestyle and independence of an older adult. Our Keeping Well booklet was created to help older Albertans keep well and stay active to lower their risk of falling.
Download or order your copy today: https://bit.ly/3HQ376F
Download or order your copy today: https://bit.ly/3HQ376F
November 14, 2025 at 2:01 PM
A fall can have a significant impact on the lifestyle and independence of an older adult. Our Keeping Well booklet was created to help older Albertans keep well and stay active to lower their risk of falling.
Download or order your copy today: https://bit.ly/3HQ376F
Download or order your copy today: https://bit.ly/3HQ376F
𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆!
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Leg-Lift exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Leg-Lift exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
November 10, 2025 at 2:01 PM
𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆!
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Leg-Lift exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Leg-Lift exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
If you haven't already, download our Everyday Exercises poster for simple exercises you can do at home to stay physically active: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
November 7, 2025 at 2:01 PM
If you haven't already, download our Everyday Exercises poster for simple exercises you can do at home to stay physically active: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!
Physical activity is the most important way to stay healthy and independent. Set a goal to #BeActive for at least 30 minutes each day this month. Split it into 10-minute blocks if that's easier.
https://bit.ly/47IovtF
Physical activity is the most important way to stay healthy and independent. Set a goal to #BeActive for at least 30 minutes each day this month. Split it into 10-minute blocks if that's easier.
https://bit.ly/47IovtF
Finding Balance - Falls Prevention Month 2025 Promotion
Injury Prevention Centre
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November 6, 2025 at 3:01 PM
𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!
Physical activity is the most important way to stay healthy and independent. Set a goal to #BeActive for at least 30 minutes each day this month. Split it into 10-minute blocks if that's easier.
https://bit.ly/47IovtF
Physical activity is the most important way to stay healthy and independent. Set a goal to #BeActive for at least 30 minutes each day this month. Split it into 10-minute blocks if that's easier.
https://bit.ly/47IovtF
Dance your way to health? Learn how to get active with dance-based video games. 💃🕺
https://bit.ly/3LkAupy
https://bit.ly/3LkAupy
Getting active with dance-based video games
Put on your dancing shoes? The combination of dancing and video games may improve some aspects of physical function.
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November 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Dance your way to health? Learn how to get active with dance-based video games. 💃🕺
https://bit.ly/3LkAupy
https://bit.ly/3LkAupy
𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆!
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Sit-to-Stand exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Sit-to-Stand exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
November 3, 2025 at 5:00 PM
𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆!
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Sit-to-Stand exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
Take the next 10 minutes be physically active wherever you are - whatever your ability. Try the Sit-to-Stand exercise found on our Everyday Exercises poster.
Download the poster here: https://bit.ly/3J1dXNU
𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!
Physical activity is the most important way to stay healthy and independent. Set a goal to #BeActive for at least 30 minutes each day this month. Split it into 10-minute blocks if that's easier.
https://bit.ly/47IovtF
Physical activity is the most important way to stay healthy and independent. Set a goal to #BeActive for at least 30 minutes each day this month. Split it into 10-minute blocks if that's easier.
https://bit.ly/47IovtF
Finding Balance - Falls Prevention Month 2025 Promotion
Injury Prevention Centre
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November 3, 2025 at 3:01 PM
𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!
Physical activity is the most important way to stay healthy and independent. Set a goal to #BeActive for at least 30 minutes each day this month. Split it into 10-minute blocks if that's easier.
https://bit.ly/47IovtF
Physical activity is the most important way to stay healthy and independent. Set a goal to #BeActive for at least 30 minutes each day this month. Split it into 10-minute blocks if that's easier.
https://bit.ly/47IovtF
𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!
Take our online Seniors' Falls Risk Assessment Questionnaire to see if you are at risk of a fall.
https://findingbalancealberta.ca/risk/
Take our online Seniors' Falls Risk Assessment Questionnaire to see if you are at risk of a fall.
https://findingbalancealberta.ca/risk/
Finding Balance
Take the Finding Balance Seniors' Falls Risk Assessment
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November 3, 2025 at 2:01 PM
𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!
Take our online Seniors' Falls Risk Assessment Questionnaire to see if you are at risk of a fall.
https://findingbalancealberta.ca/risk/
Take our online Seniors' Falls Risk Assessment Questionnaire to see if you are at risk of a fall.
https://findingbalancealberta.ca/risk/
𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!
Physical activity is the most important way to stay healthy and independent. Set a goal to #BeActive for at least 30 minutes each day this month. Split it into 10-minute blocks if that's easier.
https://bit.ly/47IovtF
Physical activity is the most important way to stay healthy and independent. Set a goal to #BeActive for at least 30 minutes each day this month. Split it into 10-minute blocks if that's easier.
https://bit.ly/47IovtF
Finding Balance - Falls Prevention Month 2025 Promotion
Injury Prevention Centre
bit.ly
November 1, 2025 at 2:01 PM
𝗜𝘁’𝘀 𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵!
Physical activity is the most important way to stay healthy and independent. Set a goal to #BeActive for at least 30 minutes each day this month. Split it into 10-minute blocks if that's easier.
https://bit.ly/47IovtF
Physical activity is the most important way to stay healthy and independent. Set a goal to #BeActive for at least 30 minutes each day this month. Split it into 10-minute blocks if that's easier.
https://bit.ly/47IovtF
𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻!
Drivers, please be on the lookout for little ghouls and goblins as dusk approaches. 👻
Let's all have a safe night of trick-or-treating!
Drivers, please be on the lookout for little ghouls and goblins as dusk approaches. 👻
Let's all have a safe night of trick-or-treating!
October 31, 2025 at 1:00 PM
𝗜𝘁'𝘀 𝗛𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗻!
Drivers, please be on the lookout for little ghouls and goblins as dusk approaches. 👻
Let's all have a safe night of trick-or-treating!
Drivers, please be on the lookout for little ghouls and goblins as dusk approaches. 👻
Let's all have a safe night of trick-or-treating!
Education time!
@uvic.ca is offering their Strategies and Actions for Independent Living (SAIL) training program, Nov. 7 to 28.
Register now to guarantee your spot: continuingstudies.uvic.ca/SAIL
@uvic.ca is offering their Strategies and Actions for Independent Living (SAIL) training program, Nov. 7 to 28.
Register now to guarantee your spot: continuingstudies.uvic.ca/SAIL
October 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Education time!
@uvic.ca is offering their Strategies and Actions for Independent Living (SAIL) training program, Nov. 7 to 28.
Register now to guarantee your spot: continuingstudies.uvic.ca/SAIL
@uvic.ca is offering their Strategies and Actions for Independent Living (SAIL) training program, Nov. 7 to 28.
Register now to guarantee your spot: continuingstudies.uvic.ca/SAIL
𝘏𝘰𝘸𝘭 you make sure your kids are seen this Halloween?
Glow sticks, reflective accessories, and flashlights can help drivers to see them while out trick-or-treating.
Glow sticks, reflective accessories, and flashlights can help drivers to see them while out trick-or-treating.
October 28, 2025 at 1:00 PM
𝘏𝘰𝘸𝘭 you make sure your kids are seen this Halloween?
Glow sticks, reflective accessories, and flashlights can help drivers to see them while out trick-or-treating.
Glow sticks, reflective accessories, and flashlights can help drivers to see them while out trick-or-treating.
Our future roads: Safety is not a fairy tale! Proven strategies exist to create safe streets for everyone.
Let’s advocate for change! parachute.ca/ourfutureroads
#OurFutureRoads #ParachuteVZ #TurnSafetyOn #CYRSW2025
Let’s advocate for change! parachute.ca/ourfutureroads
#OurFutureRoads #ParachuteVZ #TurnSafetyOn #CYRSW2025
October 20, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Our future roads: Safety is not a fairy tale! Proven strategies exist to create safe streets for everyone.
Let’s advocate for change! parachute.ca/ourfutureroads
#OurFutureRoads #ParachuteVZ #TurnSafetyOn #CYRSW2025
Let’s advocate for change! parachute.ca/ourfutureroads
#OurFutureRoads #ParachuteVZ #TurnSafetyOn #CYRSW2025
This week is Canadian Youth Road Safety Week!
Join the conversation about #OurFutureRoads with @parachute.ca, October 20 to 26, with the goal of empowering youth ages 15 to 24 to become more involved in road safety issues. parachute.ca/ourfutureroads #CYRSW2025
Join the conversation about #OurFutureRoads with @parachute.ca, October 20 to 26, with the goal of empowering youth ages 15 to 24 to become more involved in road safety issues. parachute.ca/ourfutureroads #CYRSW2025
October 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM
This week is Canadian Youth Road Safety Week!
Join the conversation about #OurFutureRoads with @parachute.ca, October 20 to 26, with the goal of empowering youth ages 15 to 24 to become more involved in road safety issues. parachute.ca/ourfutureroads #CYRSW2025
Join the conversation about #OurFutureRoads with @parachute.ca, October 20 to 26, with the goal of empowering youth ages 15 to 24 to become more involved in road safety issues. parachute.ca/ourfutureroads #CYRSW2025
In 2021, 34 pedestrians were killed and another 732 were injured in motor vehicle incidents in #AB.
Drivers and pedestrians should use extra caution as daylight hours decrease.
Drivers and pedestrians should use extra caution as daylight hours decrease.
October 15, 2025 at 1:01 PM
In 2021, 34 pedestrians were killed and another 732 were injured in motor vehicle incidents in #AB.
Drivers and pedestrians should use extra caution as daylight hours decrease.
Drivers and pedestrians should use extra caution as daylight hours decrease.