What We Know

Traumatic injuries are a significant cause of childhood morbidity and mortality. Understanding their cause requires scientific investigation and careful interpretation of evidence.

The original site addressed childhood trauma, unintentional injury, and child maltreatment, and emphasized the need for qualified investigation.

What causes injuries to children must be well understood and investigated by those who have the training and expertise to provide current and evidence-based interpretation.

Historical site content has been condensed here. The numerical statistics displayed on the original site are intentionally omitted because they may no longer be current.