September 2018 - Newsletter

Observances

September 9th-15th - National Suicide Prevention Week - Click here for more information and resources. 10th - World Suicide Prevention Day - Click here for more information and resources. 22nd - Falls Prevention Awareness Day - Click here for more information and resources.

Events

Dr. Carolyn Pepper to present her research on suicide in the Mountain West area Dr. Carolyn Pepper has graciously agreed to present her research on the rates of suicide in the Mountain West area, incorporating the possible reasons for these elevated suicide rates. Additionally, she will be presenting on the role of non-suicidal self- injury as it relates to suicidal behavior along with presenting on empirically supported approaches for reducing suicidality and preventing suicides. Thursday, September 20th 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Fulmer Library, Inner Circle Conference Room 335 W Alger St, Sheridan, WY 82801 AARP Smart Driver™ Courses  The American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), the Wyoming Department of Health, the Wyoming Department of Transportation, and the National Highway Safety Administration have partnered to spread the word on the AARP Smart Driver™ courses. AARP Driver Safety is the nation’s first and largest refresher course designed specifically for drivers age 50 and older. For more than 35 years, this six-hour course has taught over 16 million drivers proven safety strategies so they can continue driving safely for as long as possible. For a complete listing of upcoming trainings in your area or to register, please click here.

Get Involved Locally

Preventing Falls It is the goal of the Wyoming Injury & Violence Prevention Program to promote, encourage, support, and expand the evidence based falls prevention efforts across the state of Wyoming. Currently, the falls prevention efforts have centered around two CDC evidence based Tai Chi programs. These programs are in full swing across the state with the help and support of local partners and have seen steady community participation.  For more information on these programs or to find a class being offered in your community, please contact Lindsay Martin at lindsay.martin@wyo.gov or (307) 777-8034 . In addition, if anyone participating in a Tai Chi program has a story of success or encouragement to share, please refer them to Lindsay.

In the News

A traumatic brain injury may increase the risk of suicide, study says Traumatic brain injury is the leading cause of death and disability in young adults in the developed world. Suicide is the second leading cause of death for young people ages 15 to 24. Though the reasons for any particular suicide are often inscrutable, research published Tuesday in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests that at least a fraction of blame could be placed on traumatic brain injuries.

Do have an upcoming event or an article you would like us to share in a future newsletter? Contact Lindsay Martin at lindsay.martin@wyo.gov or (307) 777-8034.

Wyoming Injury & Violence Prevention Program Website Wyoming Injury & Violence Prevention Program | 307-777-8034 | lindsay.martin@wyo.gov