In 2023, our Elvis Presley Trauma Center treated over 2,000 patients for injuries from automobile accidents. It's the most common type of injury our team treated, but the good news is many of these injuries can be prevented. By using your seatbelt, avoiding distractions, following the rules of the road and more, you can keep [...]
Over 1,500 patients were treated for firearms injuries at our Elvis Presley Trauma Center last year. Our experts say many of these injuries are preventable, and they're reaching out to raise awareness about gun safety. We've partnered with Be Smart to share tips on safe gun storage, modeling responsible behavior, and how to talk to [...]
Falls were the third most common source of injury treated at the Elvis Presley Trauma Center last year, causing everything from broken bones to head injuries. Fortunately, falls are preventable, and our trauma experts are sharing their advice for how to stay safe. By evaluating your fall risk, staying healthy and fit, and removing tripping [...]
Don't allow common holiday injuries to ruin your enjoyment of the season! Our experts from the Elvis Presley Trauma Center and Firefighters Burn Center are offering "12 days of injury prevention" tips to keep you and your family safe. Whether you're decorating, planning a holiday meal, or going to and from gatherings, follow their easy [...]
November 18 is National Injury Prevention Day, and our team is reaching out to educate the public about how to avoid common causes of injuries. Regional One Health also offers free community classes on a variety of safety topics. Learn more and do your part to stop preventable injuries due to violence and accidents, [...]
Christen Jones suffered severe burn injuries at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, leading to a nearly month-long stay at Regional One Health's Firefighters Burn Center. While the isolation caused by the pandemic and the challenges of recovering from her injury were never easy, Christen found compassion and support every step of the way. Now, [...]
It's Halloween, and that means kids will be out and about after dark for trick-or-treating. It is important to pay attention to costumes, traffic and candy to avoid an injury or illness. Keep Halloween fun and safe with these tips from our experts at the Elvis Presley Trauma Center and Firefighters Burn Center. Halloween may [...]
During Fire Prevention Week, officials at our Firefighters Burn Center are educating the public about preventing the number one cause of home fires - cooking. Following simple steps like monitoring food while cooking, keeping the stove clean and making sure to turn off appliances can keep you and your family safe. Remember - it's [...]
Kids are returning to competitive and recreational sports now that a new school year is underway. Sports can be a positive experience for young athletes, but they can also put them at risk for injury. Our trauma experts have advice for staying healthy and injury-free. With the school year underway, many kids are returning not [...]
Mid-South schools are opening up in August, and that means heavier traffic on the roadways, especially around schools. Everyone plays a role in keeping kids safe, whether you're taking your own children to school or heading to work. Do your part by following school zone rules carefully, watching for pedestrians and buses, and leaving plenty [...]